Branch Manager

Branch Manager
Basildon, Essex
£45,000 per annum + Performance Bonus
Monday to Friday, 7am - 4pm
Are you a hands-on manager who enjoys being involved in all aspects of a business? Looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your contribution is noticed, and you can genuinely help shape the success of a well-established local operation?
Our client is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of their Basildon branch. This is an excellent opportunity to join a close-knit team where you'll have real autonomy, work closely with senior management, and play a key role in driving performance, customer satisfaction, and continued growth.
The Role:
* Overseeing the daily operation of a busy branch, including office and warehouse activities.
* Leading, motivating and supporting a small team to achieve business objectives.
* Building strong relationships with customers and ensuring excellent service levels.
* Managing stock, resources and operational processes efficiently.
* Supporting sales growth and identifying opportunities to develop existing and new business.
* Monitoring branch performance and implementing improvements where required.
* Recruiting, training and developing team members.
* Ensuring health and safety and company procedures are maintained at all times.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Previous management experience within a branch, warehouse, distribution, trade counter, builders merchants, construction supplies or similar environment.
* Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach.
* Commercially minded with the ability to drive performance and service.
* Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
* Organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple responsibilities.
* Confident using Microsoft Office and standard business systems.
What's in it for you?
✅ £45,000 salary
✅ Performance-related bonus
✅ Monday to Friday working hours
✅ A varied role with real responsibility and autonomy
✅ Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing business
✅ Friendly, supportive team environment
Due to the location, applicants will need their own transport.
To apply, please send in your CV