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Tool Hire Manager

  1. Permanent - Full time
Competitive + Bonus
  1. Travis Perkins
  2. Inverurie, Aberdeenshire

Inverurie

40836

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Are you Sales focused and passionate about customer service, are you looking for a change in career, maybe a new sector, do you fancy running your own department.  If so, look no further, we are looking for a Tool Hire Manager to take the reins of our Inverurie Tool Hire department within our Travis Perkins branch.
 
Our Inverurie branch is on Harlaw Business Centre, Harlaw, AB51 4FR, this is a busy branch with 13 colleagues and 4 delivery vehicles. We have a diverse team in the branch, mix of experience and new colleagues, the Branch Manager has created a fun, professional atmosphere, so you will be in good hands.  
 
Our Tool Hire department needs an individual that can drive sales and build a strong customer base with the support of the Branch Manager, managing an Assistant Tool Hire Manager and Tool Hire driver/Fitter. 
 
Do you have what it takes to manage an already successful Tool Hire Department and take it to the next level - If so, we would love to hear from you!
 
Opening Hours - 7am - 4.30pm or 7.30am - 5pm and Saturday’s 8am - 12pm (you will only work 2 in 4 Saturdays) contract
 
What's in it for you?
  • A very competitive salary and achievable annual bonus
  • 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Contributory pension, life assurance, sharesave scheme, 
  • Group wide colleague discounts across the Travis Perkins Group (including Toolstation).  Plus we have a number of online discounts at leading retailers from airport parking to theme parks to eating out and cinemas. 
  • Competitive Family Friendly Policies
 
What will I be doing?
No one day is the same as the next in TP branch life, but with your new learned knowledge and experience, here are a few pointers:
  • Being able to manage all aspects of a Tool Hire department 
  • To work closely with your Branch Manager and Tool Hire Operations Manager to develop and execute a local sales action plan that delivers above and beyond to achieve and strive to exceed sales and revenue targets on a monthly and annual basis.
  • To meet our customers' demand, you will establish and maintain the correct stock levels to maintain optimum equipment utilisation.
  • You will be managing a Tool Hire Fitter driver and will ensure that your department processes test and run, servicing and basic repairs to our equipment in a timely fashion and to set targets.
  • Our success is built on strong relationships with our colleagues and customers so it’s essential you can coach and develop a team to deliver the highest standards of service.
  • 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 and supplementary products to profitably maximise the sale of goods.

What experience do you need?
Previous Plant/Hire Industry experience or a good understanding of electrical, petrol and diesel equipment would be advantageous. It doesn't matter what sector you come from, we just need transferable skills - leadership, operational management, sales experience and great customer service.
 
Does this sound like you?
Passionate, inspirational and an engaging leader, who has the ability to create and cultivate a “one team” approach through collaboration and motivation. 
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
Career focused and want to build a career to become a key player in the success of a large PLC?

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.
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