Branch Manager Basildon, Essex £45,000 per annum + Performance Bonus Monday to Friday, 7am - 4pm Are you a hands-on manager who enjoys being involved in all aspects of a business? Looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your contribution is noticed, and you can genuinely help shape the success of a well-established local operation? Our client is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of their Basildon branch. This is an excellent opportunity to join a close-knit team where you'll have real autonomy, work closely with senior management, and play a key role in driving performance, customer satisfaction, and continued growth. The Role: * Overseeing the daily operation of a busy branch, including office and warehouse activities. * Leading, motivating and supporting a small team to achieve business objectives. * Building strong relationships with customers and ensuring excellent service levels. * Managing stock, resources and operational processes efficiently. * Supporting sales growth and identifying opportunities to develop existing and new business. * Monitoring branch performance and implementing improvements where required. * Recruiting, training and developing team members. * Ensuring health and safety and company procedures are maintained at all times. The Ideal Candidate: * Previous management experience within a branch, warehouse, distribution, trade counter, builders merchants, construction supplies or similar environment. * Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach. * Commercially minded with the ability to drive performance and service. * Excellent communication and customer relationship skills. * Organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple responsibilities. * Confident using Microsoft Office and standard business systems. What's in it for you? ✅ £45,000 salary ✅ Performance-related bonus ✅ Monday to Friday working hours ✅ A varied role with real responsibility and autonomy ✅ Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing business ✅ Friendly, supportive team environment Due to the location, applicants will need their own transport. To apply, please send in your CV