ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER (WATERFOOT)
Location: Waterfoot
Salary: £32,000.00–£35,000.00 per year
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am–5:00pm, based on 45 hours per week
Additional Hours: Saturday work is a minimum requirement and will be worked on a rotational basis to meet business needs, 7:30am–12:00pm. Saturday hours are paid separately at the applicable hourly rate.
We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Assistant Branch Manager to support the day-to-day running of our Waterfoot branch.
If you have experience in the builders’ merchant industry, a passion for customer service, and the drive to lead by example, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Branch Manager in leading, motivating and developing the branch team.
Help oversee daily operations, including stock control, logistics and health & safety.
Deliver excellent customer service and build strong relationships with trade and retail customers.
Assist in driving branch performance and achieving sales targets.
Step up to manage the branch in the Branch Manager’s absence.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and industry standards.
Support the wider branch team with general operational duties as required.
About You
The successful candidate will:
Have industry experience within builders’ merchants, timber merchants or construction supply.
Have leadership potential, with experience supervising, mentoring or supporting a team.
Have strong commercial awareness and an understanding of branch operations and customer needs.
Be results-driven, with a proactive approach to hitting targets and solving problems.
Have a strong customer focus and a passion for delivering outstanding service.
Be organised, reliable and able to work well in a busy branch environment.
Lead by example and support high standards across the branch.
What We Offer
Salary of £32,000.00–£35,000.00 per year, dependent on experience.
Fixed Monday-to-Friday working hours.
Saturday hours, 7:30am–12:00pm, paid separately at the applicable hourly rate.
A varied and important role within a supportive branch team.
Opportunity to develop your leadership and branch management skills.
Career progression opportunities within a growing business.
Full training on our products, systems and internal processes.
28 days’ holiday, inclusive of 7 bank holidays, excluding Good Friday.
6 days of annual leave allocated for the Christmas break.
Workplace pension.
Staff discounts.
Uniform provided.
Training and upskilling opportunities.
Free on-site parking.
A supportive and friendly working environment.
THE DETAILS
Job type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: £32,000.00–£35,000.00 per year, plus overtime
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am–5:00pm, based on 45 hours per week
Saturday Working: Minimum requirement — Saturdays worked on a rotational basis, 2 on / 1 off, to meet business needs, 7:30am–12:00pm. Saturday hours are paid separately at the applicable hourly rate.
Location: Waterfoot; this is an in-person role.