Branch Manager - Plumbing & Heating - Somerset

15 August, 2025SHAREOur Clients are proud to be one of the UK’s leading independent distributors of Plumbing and Heating materials.They are a one-step-shop for a wide range of products catering for both residential and commercial plumbing projects.The business is looking to appoint a Branch Manager to take responsibility of one of their top-performing Branches. If you believe this is a role you could make your own and are looking to join a growing, successful and highly rewarding business then this opportunity could be for you.Reporting to: Managing DirectorThe RoleReporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful applicant will manage and lead a small team of engaged colleagues at their Somerset operation currently turning over circa £3million to continually improve the customer’s experience and overall branch performance in line with the business’s objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesTo manage and control the stores day to day activities, in line with operating processes and procedures.To oversee operations in both the Showroom and Trade CounterFacilitate and drive sales within the branch whilst trying to maximise margins.Understand and be able to monitor sales, margin and costs.Strive to have the branch as cost efficient as possible.Identify where improvements can be made and when necessary to ensure they are actioned as swiftly as possible.Identify customer needs and requirements to maximize sales.Build and maintain relationships with customers.Stock control and stock management.Ensure security measures adhered to at all times.Ensure that branch administration is kept up to date and that requests for information from both internal and external customers are responded to promptly.Manage and motivate staff and liaise with the HR Team when necessary.Implementation of Health and Safety rules and procedures.Knowledge, Skills and Experience RequiredPrevious experience in Plumbers’ Merchants or Builders MerchantsStrong leadership, team building and people management skillsA confident attitude that can develop and maintain excellent relationships with both customers and suppliersThe ability to engage and develop colleagues to help achieve branch’s goals whilst ensuring all health and safety standards are upheldUnderstanding of Sales and Margin dataGood knowledge of marketplace, including products, brands and competitorsCommercial awareness / experienceAs our Client’s business is rapidly expanding, they are able to offer an extremely attractive salary package along with excellent benefits and fantastic career progression opportunities to the right Candidate.Location/Area:

SomersetBenefits:

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