Branch Manager

Branch Manager

Basildon, Essex

£45,000 + Bonus

Monday to Friday 7am - 4pm

Are you a natural leader who enjoys being hands-on, supporting a team, and keeping a busy branch running smoothly?

We're working with a well-established business that is looking for an experienced Branch Manager to take ownership of their Basildon site. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, close-knit team where your input will be valued, your achievements recognised, and where you'll play a key role in the continued success of the branch.

This position would suit someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is equally comfortable supporting staff, building customer relationships, and overseeing day-to-day operations.

The Role

• Manage the daily activities of the branch, ensuring everything runs efficiently.
• Lead, motivate and support a small team.
• Build strong relationships with customers and maintain high service levels.
• Oversee stock control and general branch administration.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and drive branch performance.
• Recruit, train and develop employees when required.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed throughout the branch.
• Work closely with senior management to help achieve business objectives.
• Responsibility for branch P&L, budgeting and forecasting.
• Commercially focused with the ability to drive revenue growth and improve profitability.
• Support marketing and business development initiatives to increase sales and market presence.
• Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, growth and operational efficiency.

About You

• Previous experience managing a branch, depot, warehouse, trade counter or similar environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• A proactive and hands-on approach to work.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Good commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and business systems.

What's on Offer?

• £45,000 salary
• Performance-related bonus
• Monday to Friday working hours
• A varied and rewarding management role
• Friendly working environment with a supportive team
• Genuine opportunity to make a real impact

Due to the location, candidates will need their own transport.

To apply, please send in your CV.