Branch Manager

As a Branch Manager within GSF Car Parts you will manage the day to day functions of the branch ensuring branch teams are performing to the highest level and achieving KPIs through Sales and Service of products and managing stock movement.Being the leader of the branch means that you will be proactive and positive towards branch and Company promotion and initiatives; leading on our aim to be the best supplier employer and customer within our industry.Main Duties include:Lead manage and motivate the branch teamSet and monitor targets for individual team members and ensure they are sufficiently skilledWork with Management Team to determine annual budgetLiaise with the Product Management Department to ensure correct inventory levels with regards to type quantity and quality to meet customer demandCompile analyse and present management information as requiredActively use Reports EMI and phone data to support growthEnsure the Team is sufficiently skilled to maximise the return on incoming sales calls / counter salesManage and be responsible for health and safety requirements of the branch in line with the company H&S Policy and any other HSE legislationEnsure the operational functions of the branch run smoothlyWorking hours: 45 (average) hours Monday to Friday including alternate Saturday workingAbout YouWe are looking for a high level experienced Branch Manager who will have a proven track record of staff development previous management experience and a passion for sales. The ideal candidate will come from a FMCG background or desirably within the automotive industry.What youll need to succeed:Experience of managing and motivating a diverse teamSmart well-presented and of exceptional personal calibreAbility to set high standardsCustomer focussed driven to achieve and willing to go the extra mileDynamic and outgoing with high energy levelsConfident and capable of leading by exampleOutstanding interpersonal and leadership skillsGood communicator and self-awareKnowledge of MAM Allicat is desirable however not essentialWhat well offer:Benefits at GSF Car Parts are designed to support all aspects of our team members life throughout their career. Whether thats their health wealth or everyday lifestyle we are here for our team members and their loved ones and there is something for everyone To name a few of our benefits we offer:Opportunity to earn a performance based bonus as part of this role33 days annual leave including bank holidaysFree flu vaccineHealth & wellbeing toolsFree support from pension expertsLife assurance schemeDiscounts from 100s of household names including Asda Nike & John LewisA suite of financial wellbeing products including advances and savings schemesPaid time off to volunteerTraining qualifications and career progression opportunitiesAbout UsGSF Car Parts is one of the UKs leading automotive parts distributors supplying thousands of independent garages throughout the UK and Ireland with parts tools garage equipment and specialist training. The group has over 175 branches nationwide and a turnover exceeding 475 million. Built on the heritage and success of a dozen local brand identities acquired over several years we have traded as one brand since November 2021. Our branch network is bolstered by centralised support and expertise from specialist departments in key areas such as procurement and supply chain marketing and national accounts. The business also benefits from integrated IT systems which include our industry leading catalogue system Allicat and access to the Groups national garage programme Servicesure.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Sales Experience,Financial Acumen,Financial Concepts,Management Experience,QlikView,Serving Experience,Retail Sales,Banking,Securities Law,Product Lifecycle Management,Mentoring,Supervising Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1