Our client has a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Branch Manager to oversee their site in Bristol. Don’t miss this opportunity to work for an established company with a trusted reputation in the automotive industry.
Assistant Branch Manager
Bristol, BS4
Full time and part time available, permanent
£21,500 - £24,000 per annum
Must hold a full UK driving licence
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
Our client is a leading supplier of vehicle repair and refinish products. Their aim is to provide a one-stop solution to all of their bodyshop and distribution partners, with efficient delivery of the best products at competitive prices.
Over the past century, the business has developed many strong industry-relevant partnerships, enabling them to offer innovative products, services, and support to bodyshops and distribution partners across the country.
About the role:
As Assistant Branch Manager, you will support the Branch Manager in ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of products to customers, maintaining suitable stock levels and providing excellent customer service.
Duties will cover:
Stock:
Assist in maintaining adequate stocks of products in anticipation of customer demand to ensure a minimum 98% order fill.
Support in controlling stock movement using appropriate documentation.
Report damages, discrepancies or faults to the Branch Manager.
Ensure goods are fit for resale.
People:
Work with the Branch Manager and suitably motivated people who thrive in a busy working environment.
Assist in providing leadership and guidance to branch staff.
Support in ensuring employees attain the highest standards of professionalism in dealing with daily branch life through training.
Assist in appraisals for all branch staff and maintaining a branch training record card for each staff member.
Order Processing:
Assist in selecting and assembling goods accurately for customers as required.
Raise and complete necessary paperwork to ensure prompt delivery of goods.
Attend and serve trade counter customers as and when required.
Have the ability to carry out all branch functions including mixing paint, liaising with the Sales Hub to clear any queries and carrying out all tasks in accordance with written procedures.
Security / Health & Safety:
Support the Branch Manager in taking all necessary and possible steps to ensure the security and condition of company personnel, stock, and property.
Assist in controlling all company monies received in the course of business.
Be aware of credit control, pricing, discount and sales policies and take steps to ensure their correct implementation and operation.
Credit Control & Administration:
Assist in controlling receipt of cash/cod monies paid in by branch staff in accordance with their duties.
Support in maintaining branch administration regarding stock and personnel in accordance with company procedures on a prompt and efficient basis.
Service:
Respond to trade enquiries and complaints in a prompt, courteous and efficient manner.
Assist in carrying out all duties so as to promote good customer relations and develop future business.
Liaise with business support, purchasing and accounts to ensure smooth business procedures.
Sales:
Work alongside the relevant sales team to support in achieving branch, regional and company sales budgets.
Actively promote all company promotions and provision of stock for all company promotion.
General:
Maintain personal appearance and manner of behaviour to an acceptable level at all times. Men should be clean shaven or support a beard/moustache.
Maintain good housekeeping practice of branch stock and work areas.
Update work catalogues and technical information relating to branch stock.
Carry out other non-specified duties as required by senior management from time to time.
Benefits:
Training and career progression opportunities
Positive company culture
Free Parking
Tea and coffee
Training provided
Team Events
Smart/Casual Dress
Supportive Team
How to apply for the Assistant Branch Manager role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
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