Assistant Branch Manager

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The Company

Founded in 1984, Parker Building Supplies is one of the largest independent builder's merchants in the South East.

At Parker Building Supplies, we have a deep respect and appreciation for our customers. We strive to serve their needs for quality building supplies every day in 20 branches across Sussex & Kent, with over 450 employees supporting our vision to be the best local merchant to do business with.

The desire to serve our customers has been the driving force behind our growth and our strategy. We are dedicated to our people and supporting our local communities. From our Branch Support Centres to the employees throughout our branches, every individual plays a role in helping ensure the business' success.

Parker Building Supplies is proud to be part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG). IBMG is the largest independent merchant group in the South of England operating through five core divisions (Builders Merchants, Timber, Plumbing & Heating, Roofing and Electrical), primarily serving trade customers with an extensive range of products. IBMG has over 180 branches extending from Penzance to Margate, generating revenues in excess of £650 million and are supported by over 2,200 colleagues.

Due to the continued success and expansion of our business, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Branch Manager to join our team in Bexhill.

The Role

We are recruiting for a new Assistant Branch Manager to join our team in Bexhill, to support the Branch Manager in running the branch's day to day activities, involving all operating processes and procedures.

• Contribute to the team by maintaining effective levels of communication to achieve shared objectives.
• Develop and maintains strong customer and supplier relationships
• Contributes towards developing the customer base, improving retention, satisfaction, product mix and range
• Contribute to the delivery of sales plans for specific business areas, sectors and products
• Provide advice, information and quotations to ensure a maximum level of sales and margin
• Ensure that sales departmental accounting and credit control procedures are complied with as determined by the Company Financial Management Policies and Procedures
• Be involved in setting and reviewing financial, volume and operational objectives and present monthly reports to the board
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation, Company guidance and procedures in relation to understanding and disseminating of these policies and practises to your employees ensuring safe working practises are employed within your operation at all times

The Requirements

Previous operational experience essential

Sales techniques: knowledge of counter and telephone sales techniques including advanced sales, merchandising and maximising margin

Product knowledge: specific knowledge of the product lines used in branch

Advanced systems & branch procedures: knowledge of branch administration, audit trail and supply chain awareness

The Hours

Week 1: Monday to Friday 07:00 - 17:00

Week 2: Monday to Friday 07:00 - 17:00 & Saturday mornings 08:00 - 12:00

The Rewards

Joining us means joining the leading and largest Independent Builders' Merchant in the South of England. We provide training, support, and opportunities for career progression through our commitment to creating a great work environment where you're encouraged to be and do your best.

You'll be joining a friendly and welcoming team. We offer an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive salary, pension, bonus scheme, employee assistance programme, perks membership and staff discount.