Branch Manager – Plumbing & Heating Merchant (Fife)
Role
As the Branch Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of a busy plumbing & heating merchant, helping to drive sales, manage operations, and lead the team.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring the branch delivers excellent customer service, strong sales performance, and efficient operations.
You will directly manage a team of 5 and an annual turnover for approximately £3,000,0000. The branch has an excellent trade counter presence with lots of collections.
Key Responsibilities
- Day to day running branch operations
- Drive sales, margin, and profitability in line with targets
- Build and maintain relationships with local trade customers, contractors, and suppliers
- Lead, motivate, and supervise the branch team
- Manage stock control, purchasing, and inventory accuracy
- Monitor KPIs, sales performance, and branch targets
- Ensure compliance with health & safety and company procedures
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in a plumbing & heating merchant or builders merchant
- Strong sales and customer service skills
- Proven team leadership or supervisory experience
- Good knowledge of plumbing/heating products
- Commercial awareness (margin, pricing, targets)
- Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment