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Assistant Branch Manager

£Competitive plus benefits and an annual bonus

Bishop Auckland, County Durham

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Looking for a new challenge, maybe a new industry, do you have exceptional Customer Service experience along with Sales and some Supervisory experience, then look no further, we have a great management role for you.  Due to an internal move, we are looking for an Assistant Branch Manager in our Bishop Auckland branch.

This is a great first branch to really understand how Travis Perkins branches operate and you don't need to come form our sector or know our products!  Really?, Yes !

Where will I be based?
The Bishop Auckland branch is on Maude Terrace, its a fast paced branch with between 60-100 Trade customers a day, the branch has 9 experienced colleagues and 2 delivery vehicles.  The Branch Manager has created a friendly, vibrant atmosphere with a family feel, so a nice environment to join.  We are planning long term, so we are looking for future Branch Managers, so if you are willing to learn every aspect of branch life, are hard working and ambitious, we would love to hear from you.

Opening Hours - Monday to Friday 7am - 5pm and Saturdays 8am -12pm, you don't have to work every Saturday, our colleagues do 2 in 4.  
We work on shifts 7am-4pm or 8-5pm - this can be discussed at interview stage and we are flexible to suit you lifestyle.

Whats in it for you?
  • Competitive salary package plus an annual bonus
  • 22 days holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Save-as-you-earn scheme / Buy-as-you-earn scheme / Contributory pension scheme
  • Colleague discounts across a variety of our Group businesses including; 20% off at Toolstation, we also have a number of online discounts at leading retailers from theme parks to eating out and cinemas. 

What will I be doing?
No one day is the same as the next in TP branch life, now that you have your new found knowledge, and induction, here are a few pointers:
  • With your learned knowledge of the products and services we offer, you will be a pivotal contact for our customers, nurturing great relationships, understanding their needs in order to offer expert advice and recommending alternatives to meet their individual needs and maximise the sale of goods.
  • Our success is built on strong relationships with our customers so it’s essential that you can help coach a team to deliver the highest standards of service.  
  • Safety is at the forefront of everything we do, your aim will be to ensure that all our colleagues and customers leave the Branch safely, by adhering to all stay safe policies and procedures.
  • Being operational aware, you will support the Branch Manager in managing all aspects of the Bishop Auckland Branch and business.

What experience do you need?
We really don’t mind what sector you come from, if you have merchanting experience, it would be advantageous, but not essential, we just want your transferable skills, supervisory, sales experience and great customer service.

Does this sound like you?
  • Someone that is highly adaptable, resilient and tenacious with high levels of energy and drive.
  • Someone who thrives in a dynamic and fast paced environment and has a thirst for learning.
  • Career focused and want to build a career to become a key player in the success of a large PLC?

Being an Assistant Branch Manager in TP gives you a fantastic opportunity to excel and to continue to develop.  How will you know you are doing a great job and developing your career? Simple. We will support you with a development plan that embraces our values - we call them Cornerstones.  These are Working For Our Customers, Upholding Family Values, Being The Best, Keeping People Safe, Making Decent Returns

We’re driving to become a truly inclusive employer. We want everyone to be at their best and it’s our ambition that everyone within our Group feels safe, welcome and confident to be their authentic selves. You be you, it makes us, us.
 

Application closing date 20th May

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