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JR322 – Branch Manager
Location: Chandlers Ford 
Salary: Competitve
Working Hours: Monday - Friday (8am - 5pm) + 1 in 2 Saturdays according to rota (5 out of 6 working days per week)

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Branch Manager on behalf of our client based in Chandlers Ford. This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding retail business with an excellent opportunity of career advancement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management, performance and profitability of the branch.
  • Lead the team to achieve and exceed sales targets, KPIs and financial objectives.
  • Drive new business opportunities whilst developing strong relationships with both new and existing customers and suppliers.
  • Manage sales, margins and overheads to deliver best-in-class financial performance.
  • Coach, develop, motivate and inspire colleagues to maximise individual and team performance.
  • Create a positive, customer-focused culture that consistently delivers exceptional service.
  • Build productive relationships with the wider business to maximise customer value and business growth.
  • Ensure high standards of branch presentation, housekeeping, stock management and operational efficiency.
  • Champion a strong health and safety culture, promoting colleague wellbeing and ensuring compliance with company standards.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Previous branch management, retail management or supervisory experience within a similar environment.
  • Proven ability to lead, develop and inspire a successful team.
  • Demonstrable track record of achieving sales targets and generating new business.
  • A proactive, hands-on leader who takes ownership and delivers results with urgency.
  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage branch performance and profitability.
  • Excellent customer service skills with a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to build lasting relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative and make informed decisions.
  • Knowledge of the local area would be advantageous.

JR322 – Branch Manager
Location: Chandlers Ford
Salary: Competitive
Working Hours: Monday - Friday (8am - 5pm) + 1 in 2 Saturdays according to rota (5 out of 6 working days per week)

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1 Wilkinson Road
Love Lane Industrial Estate
Cirencester
GL7 1YT

01285 654566
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