Branch Manager

Platinum Recruitment are proud to be partnering with CARTERS to recruit a Branch Manager to join their Invercargill based team.

CARTERS:

With 50 branches nationwide, CARTERS is a leading supplier of building products to the building and construction industry. Our client's team understands that combined expertise and a focus on efficiency, pricing and supply make for a successful outcome. When your business grows then so does CARTERS, so they aim to deliver value to help save time and money, and if you hit a snag, they’ll be there to help keep your job on track.

Across CARTERS network they place a lot of focus on their values, which creates a business culture that they are proud of. Every member of the team plays a key role in the success of CARTERS business – and their customers’ businesses.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive base + incentive scheme.
• Company vehicle (business use only).
• Superannuation Savings Scheme.
• Medical Insurance + Life & Disability Insurance.
• Tools of trade (Mobile + iPad + Laptop).

THE ROLE:

Reporting to the South Island Area Manager, the Branch Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and evaluating branch operations. With a strong emphasis on leadership, organisational skills, and the drive to inspire the team, they will strive to achieve both short and long-term profit, growth, sales, and performance objectives while delivering excellent customer service. Additionally, they will oversee the recruitment, management, development, and assignment of branch staff to ensure they meet performance standards and maintain a safe workplace.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Achieve performance targets and ensure the short- and long-term viability of the branch.
• Manage customer relationships with integrity to enhance credibility and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure motivated and skilled staff are attracted and retained to meet business requirements.
• To ensure compliance with the Health and Safety in Employment Act and ensuring CARTERS is not exposed to unnecessary risks or costs associated with non-compliance.
• Ensure the Company’s financial policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Comply with all management policies, procedures and processes.

ABOUT YOU:

The successful candidate will have proven experience in leadership and business management with an eye for emerging markets. They’ll be a self-starter, highly motivated and an effective communicator. It’s expected they’ll have an in-depth understanding of operations, preferably from previous work experience in an operational setting and strong commercial adaptability and agility.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience in Sales, Leadership and 3+ years Managerial / Operational level experience at stores or branches.
• Inspiring coach and motivator who develops high-performing teams, drives engagement and creates a positive workplace culture.
• Commercially minded and results-driven, with a strong track record in sales, budgeting, stock control and delivering outstanding business performance.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, comfortable using technology, reporting tools and business planning to identify opportunities and drive growth.
• People-first professional who combines strong HR/ER knowledge, a commitment to health and safety, and ethical leadership with a personable, hands-on approach.

REQUIREMENTS TO SUCCEED:

• Clean & Full NZ Driver’s License.
• Valid work visa, permanent residency or NZ citizenship.
• Satisfactory references, MOJ, Drug & Alcohol test and credit check.

READY TO APPLY?

Ready to take ownership, lead a high-performing team, and drive real business results? Apply Now!!

To find out more or have a confidential chat you can contact Alicia via her details: [027 752 8466](tel:027 752 8466) | [email protected]

This position is being exclusively recruited in partnership with Platinum Recruitment; all applications must be made via Platinum Recruitment to be considered.

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be a member of Te Uru Tāngata Centre for Workplace Inclusion and believes in equal opportunities for all. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in all our recruitment processes.