Hire Manager

Are you an experienced Hire Manager or a Hire Controller ready to take the next step into management? Then this great, newly created, role as Hire Desk Manager for a Manchester based Welfare Hire business could be your next career opportunity.
The business has undergone a period of transformation over the last couple of years, expanding their fleet, rebranding and growing their team. With exciting plans for their future success, now is the time to bring on an ambitious Hire Desk Manager to support those plans, mentor the team and really make an impact on the success and direction of the hire desk.
The role is based on site in Atheron ( M46) and you and your team will be the first point of contact for our customers, building strong relationships, understanding their hire needs and ensuring we can meet them. This is a challenging, fast paced and rewarding role that provides a fantastic platform to grow and progress your career within the Hire Industry.
You must have great people skills to get the best out of your team, a strong sales focus, and great customer service skills to adapt within a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. You will be responsible for the success of the Hire desk, ensuring customer enquiries are answered quickly and efficiently, quotes are followed up, sales opportunities are identified and revenue is maximised.
What are we looking for?
* Motivated and driven individuals with a 'can do' attitude
* Experience within the hire industry - either at management or supervisory level or alternatively just being a fantastic Hire controller that really knows their stuff.
* Well organised, with the ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure
* The ability to seek out and identify sales opportunities to grow revenue.
* Understanding P&L and the ability to make smart commercial decisions.
* Effective communicators with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Proficient IT skills with working knowledge of MS Office
* Strong team player with the ability to work to own initiative
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a very successful growing business and develop your career in the thriving Hire industry. You will have the opportunity to fully manage the hire desk and add to your team as the business grows. The role comes with a competitive salary which will be dependent on the skills and experience you can bring to this role

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