Assistant Branch Manager

*Job Title: Assistant Branch Manager*
*Location: Sunderland*
J T Dove Limited are the leading independent builders merchants covering North East England, The Scottish Borders, Cumbria and Teesside. Operating from our network of 21 branches we offer a comprehensive stock range of timber and building supplies, heating and plumbing materials, as well as kitchens and bathrooms. We go above and beyond for our customers, building lasting relationships by putting the customer first and ensuring we deliver what you need on time and in full.
Operating for over 150 years, our unique structure as an Employee Benefit Trust ensures all colleagues share in the success of the business and preserves local, long term employment for all.
*About the role of Assistant Branch Manager at JT Dove:*
This is an exciting development opportunity for a proactive individual to support the General Manager in the day-to-day running of the branch. It is also the ideal position if you are an ambitious individual looking to develop and progress further in the company management structure.
*The main duties for this role include:*
* Generally assist and deputise for General Manager.
* Delivering exceptional levels of customer service in a customer facing role.
* Promoting a culture of high performance, achieving and exceeding branch sales targets.
* Maintaining discipline and morale within the branch.
* Build strong customer relations and cultivate new business.
* Control and purchase of stock within Company guidelines.
* Organising accurate stock checks as required.
* Optimising the use and cost effectiveness of branch transport and equipment to provide an effective delivery service.
* Accepting authority as delegated.
* Attending monthly Executive Meeting in the absence of the General Manager.
* Delivering high standards of work within a fast-paced environment.
*The ideal candidate will have:*
· Expert product knowledge, ideally gained from within the Builders Merchant sector
· Leadership and people management skills
· Strong communication skills
· Knowledge of key H&S standards
· Ability to be adaptable and resilient to ever-changing situations on a daily basis
· Team player who works well under pressure
· Good understanding of stock processes
*What we can offer you:*
* A competitive salary and benefits package
* Enhanced annual leave which increases with length of service
* Company pension scheme with a generous employer contribution
* Market leading profit share
* Life assurance of 4 times your annual salary
* Enhanced family friendly leave
* Employee Discount
* The opportunity to learn new skills and develop your career
Hours of work are Monday to Friday 07.30am to 5.00pm plus alternate Saturdays 08.00am to 12.00pm.
*For more information about the role*, please contact John Cullen, General Manager on 0191 565 8009.
*How to apply:*
Please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
*The closing date for applications is 9.00am on Friday 3rd May 2024.*
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Free flu jabs
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* Profit sharing
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Experience:
* Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 03/05/2024