Job Title: Branch Manager – Plumbing Supplies (Procurement Focus)
Location: Leeds
Salary: Up to £45,000
About the Role:
Elevation Recruitment Group is excited to be working with a leading building supplies company in their search for a dynamic and experienced Branch Manager with a strong focus on procurement. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual with a blend of leadership, operational expertise, and procurement experience to take charge of a successful branch and drive its growth.
As a Branch Manager, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring the efficient running of daily operations while playing a pivotal role in the strategic procurement and stock management processes. You'll manage the branch's performance, customer relationships, and oversee a motivated team, all while optimizing the supply chain to ensure cost-effectiveness and availability of materials.
**Key Responsibilities:
- Branch Leadership: Lead, manage, and inspire a team to meet and exceed performance targets, ensuring a high standard of customer service and operational efficiency.
- Procurement & Stock Management: Take full control of the branch's procurement activities, negotiating with suppliers, managing inventory levels, and optimizing stock to meet customer demands while maintaining cost control.
- Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring the best terms, timely delivery of materials, and continuity of supply.
- Sales & Business Development: Work closely with the sales team to drive business growth, identifying new opportunities in the local market, and ensuring that the branch meets its revenue targets.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with health and safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
- Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze key performance metrics, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure branch profitability and success.
**Person Specification:
We are looking for a proactive and commercially driven individual with:
- Proven experience in procurement and stock management, ideally within the plumbing or building supplies industry.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of driving operational performance.
- Excellent negotiation and supplier management abilities, with a keen eye for cost control and value optimization.
- A customer-focused mindset, committed to delivering the highest levels of service.
- Strong understanding of the plumbing and building supplies sector, with the ability to identify trends and adapt procurement strategies accordingly.
- Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, with a focus on efficiency and results.
**What's On Offer
:
- A leadership role in a fast-paced and growing business.
- The opportunity to make a significant impact in a key position with a focus on procurement and operational excellence.
- Career development and progression opportunities within a successful and supportive company.