Gi Group Recruitment are looking for an experienced Branch Manager to join one of the biggest hardware stores and building suppliers in the country. Our client is a supplier of choice for customers ranging from amateur DIY enthusiasts to large construction companies so the successful candidate must have a deep knowledge of the building supply industry.

The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of the branch’s core business which is building materials and heavy end plumbing supplies.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with one of the industry leaders across the midlands in Ireland and can offer an extremely competitive remuneration package to the right candidate.
The roles and responsibilities of the role include:

• Staff Management. This includes the recruitment, hiring, training, development and supervision of trade personnel. Working closely with our HR support team in Athlone with regard to performance reviews and any employee issues.

• Motivating and leading the team by setting goals, fostering a positive work environment, and ensuring employees are engaged and productive.

• Ensuring compliance with labour laws and company policies.

• Managing inventory in conjunction with the Yard Foreman. Ensuring core stock items are always in stock, ordering stock, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring products are available to meet customer demand.

• Working in conjunction with the Retail Manager to ensuring the store is clean, well-organized, and visually appealing.

• Providing an enhanced customer service experience for all customers. Handling customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and professional manner. Addressing customer concerns promptly and effectively.

• Implementing and enforcing security measures to prevent theft of stock and other losses, and helping prevent near accidents or incidents.

• Managing budgets and financial performance. Ensuring sales and margin targets are met, analyzing sales data, and ensuring the store meets its financial goals.

• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Liaising with our marketing and e-commerce department to help with the planning and execution of promotional events, web offers and social media content.

• Liaising with the senior management team.

The successful candidate will be someone who can take real ownership of the role and who can completely oversee management of the branch including both the retail and logistics sectors of the store.

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today by contacting or by visiting www.gigroup.ie

CSGalway

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Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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