Branch Manager - Worcester

SUMMARY:
Branch Manager - Worcester (STEEL INDUSTRY)

Our National Client is on a recruitment drive for a Branch Manager at their Worcester depot. The ideal candidate MUST HAVE KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING OF:

• Steel & Plate
• Hardware, including Industrial Hardware 
• Fluid Control - Pipes, Fittings, Valves, Flanges, Pumps, Irrigation

• Manage and oversee the day tod ay running of the Branch operation in its totality
• Direct all operational aspects including distribution operations, warehousing, transport, customer service, human resources administration and sales, etc.
• Assess local market conditions and identify current and prospective sales opportunities
• Develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans
• Manage budget and allocate funds appropriately
• Locate areas of improvement and propose corrective actions that meet challenges and leverage growth opportunities
• Network to improve the presence and reputation of the branch and company
• Stay abreast of competing markets and provide reports on market movement
• Responsible to manage staff, control branch debtors, ensure proper stock management and foster a positive environment within the branch so as to ensure customer satisfaction and hence a successful branch operation
• Need to have a hands-on approach and will be committed to the expansion and success of the business by implementing strategies that increase productivity and enable sales targets achievement.
• Developing and maintaining key accounts
• Identify new markets and products
• Maintain stock integrity and assess and monitor stock levels
• Support in achieving sales budget and targets
• Must be able to effectively delegate some responsibilities to key staff. Manage the process and hold them responsible
• Must be able to plan; execute and manage the stocktake process to deliver the required results
• Must be able to read; understand and report on all management reports
• Must be able to enforce discipline at all times as per the IR process and policy

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

• Syspro experience required
• Experience and knowledge of Steel & Plate, hardware, including Industrial hardware as well as Fluid Control (pipes, fittings, valves, flanges, pumps, irrigation
• Retail sales as well as Branch Manager's experience required. Needs to be able to manage all aspects of the branch
• Understanding of retail processes and procedures
• Strategic thinking and planning
• Must at least have 3-years' experience in a management position
• Must at least have 2-years' experience in retail and floor sales
• Strong managerial skills required
• Must be able to work in a pressurized environment
• Must have a strong personality and be able to lead and manage a team effectively
• Must have knowledge about the following: Sales Management, Procurement Management Inventory Management, Personnel Management; Account payable and receivable, warehouse management, fleet management, income statement management, internal policies and procedures management, cash management
• Must be computer literate