Branch Manager at Wolseley Group

So, who are we? We are Wolseley, a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.  

Also, did we mention? In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap – including a £5.5K car allowance, annual leave 24 days (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), enhanced maternity & paternity cover, potential to earn bonuses, and access to a great range of online and high street discounts.   

We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more! 

As a Branch Manager based in Bideford, you’ll be responsible for:   

• Management of all day to day aspects of running the branch adhering to company policies and procedures
• Leading, developing and inspiring the great team to provide exemplary customer service and deliver on all branch KPIs and targets
• Focusing on sales and growth
• Build excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Instil a culture of high standards, quality and safety within the branch

This is a full time, permanent role working 40 hours a week

And here’s what we’d like you to have to be a successful Branch Manager.

• Previous management experience - able to engage, coach and develop the team
• Industry experience – Trade / Plumbing and Heating / Distribution
• Strong sales experience within a customer facing environment
• Commercial acumen and ability to execute plans to deliver profitable results
• Able to demonstrate negotiation skills with external customers and suppliers