Branch Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
BRANCH MANAGER
Robert Price (Builders’ Merchants) Ltd. - Aberdare
Hours:
47 hours on average per week (7:00am - 16:30pm + alternate Saturdays 8:00am - 12:00pm)
Salary and Benefits:
Competitive salary and target related bonuses, pension, life assurance, healthcare.
We want our team to enjoy a healthy and fulfilling work-life balance and we offer a rounded programme of enrichment activities.
Qualities and Experience Required:
· Previous relevant experience including product knowledge and proven success as a branch manager or at senior level within a builders’ merchants or related industry
· Excellent selling and customer service, quoting and negotiating skills
· The ability to make competent commercial decisions within company guidelines
· A good grasp of administration and a willingness and ability to implement company procedures
· The ability to motivate and lead a branch team, setting a good example through hard work and enthusiasm
· Good oral and written communication skills, both with customers and colleagues at all levels
· Capable of planning a branch budget and understanding data produced for management purposes
· Confident and proficient when using IT, Microsoft Word and Excel
· Keen to learn and able to contribute constructive ideas
· Able to prioritise, multi-task and manage work time effectively
· A robust constitution, energy, enthusiasm and a sensible down-to-earth approach to life
Key Responsibilities within the Branch:
· Maintaining and developing profitable sales
· Managing operating costs to maximise profitability
· Developing strong relationships with key customers
· Maintaining and increasing branch turnover profitably
· Overseeing customer service and customer account management within the branch
· Team leadership, motivation and management
· Managing the branch administration to comply with company standards and deadlines
· Maintaining adequate branch stocks to meet customer requirements
· Compliance with legislation
· Ensuring good housekeeping and H&S
· Branch security and the maintenance of company property and assets
· Any other duties deemed necessary as required by the Company
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Sales: 5 years (preferred)
- Management: 3 years (preferred)
- Building Material: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Branch Manager roles across Robert Price (Builders' Merchants) Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,000 - £42,250 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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