Assistant Branch Manager

Are you based in the Newbury area?

Do you have a passion for working with people and enjoy a fast-paced and varied role?

Do you have builder's merchant experience and are looking to further your career?

Jewson Partnership Solutions (JPS) specialise in providing solutions and building materials for our customers in the Public Sector such as Housing Associations and Local Authorities. We have a brand new site opening in Newbury and we're on the hunt for an Assistant Branch Manager who's as passionate about great service as we are!

We provide a fulfilling and enjoyable work environment with ample opportunities for career growth, along with a competitive salary, staff discount, life assurance, and 34 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).

*Please note: A full manual UK driving license is required for this role.

Working Hours: 7.30 - 5.00 Monday to Friday

Location: Unit F, Kennetside Ind Est, NEWBURY, RG14 5PX

Key Responsibilities

Act as first line support to the Branch Manager to lead and support the team to deliver success

Provide an excellent customer experience, maintaining strong effective relationships with both local customers and suppliers

Process customer orders both over the phone and in person

Deliver a wide variety of products to our customers using a 3.5t van when needed

Pick items to fulfil customer orders ready for collection or delivery

Check incoming stock deliveries and put away in appropriate area

Getting to know our product lines and services in order to make the most of all customer interactions

Develop great relationships with new and existing customers (both face to face and over the phone)

Maintain stock levels, carrying out regular stock counts

Make Health & Safety a priority and demonstrate how you can keep yourself and others safe at work

What's in it for you?

A competitive salary and benefits package, plus generous staff discounts

A supportive team environment where your contributions are recognised and valued

Opportunities to grow your skills and career within our organisation

Flexible working arrangements to help you balance work and life

Required Skills and Experience

A flexible approach to work; happy to support in various departments within the branch

Previous experience within a builder's merchant or with building materials, but not essential

Some supervisory experience in a retail or merchant environment

Previous forklift experience, although training will be provided

A full Manual driving license in order to support with deliveries using a 3.5t van

About us

At JPS, we're proud to be part of STARK Building Materials UK and dedicated to providing top-quality products and exceptional service to our customers. We're a friendly and collaborative team, passionate about what we do and committed to doing it well.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a team that is dedicated to providing great service, we want to hear from you. Apply today