Branch Manager

Branch Manager – Steel & Industrial Distribution

Our client is looking for an experienced and driven Branch Manager to take full responsibility for the successful operation and growth of a large branch in the Western Cape.

This is a hands-on leadership role with full P&L accountability , responsibility for sales and margins, stock management, operations, customer relationships and a team of approximately 58 employees .

Key Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and performance of the branch
• Manage sales, gross margins, OPEX and overall P&L performance
• Lead and manage a large team across sales, warehousing, distribution, transport, administration and customer service
• Develop and maintain key customer relationships, including contractors, engineering firms, mines and resellers
• Identify new markets, products and business opportunities
• Manage branch debtors and ensure effective credit control
• Maintain strong stock integrity, including stock levels, ageing, shrinkage, cutting waste and working capital
• Plan, execute and manage stocktakes, cycle counts and reconciliations
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity
• Ensure compliance with OHS requirements and internal policies and procedures
• Drive productivity, service delivery and achievement of sales targets
• Read, understand and report on management and financial reports
• Build, motivate and develop a high-performing team while maintaining discipline and accountability

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' management experience
• Minimum 3 years' retail and floor sales experience
• Proven experience managing a branch, depot or trade counter
• Demonstrable P&L ownership , not only turnover responsibility
• Experience within steel, pipes and fittings, hardware, building materials or industrial distribution
• Strong product knowledge across steel sections, tube, pipes, fittings, valves and related products
• Syspro experience is essential
• Strong understanding of sales, procurement, inventory, warehousing, fleet and financial management
• Strong managerial and leadership skills
• Strategic thinking and planning ability
• Strong numerical and computer skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Strong personality with the ability to lead, manage and hold a large team accountable

Advantageous

• Multi-site management experience
• Service centre experience, including profiling, cutting and bending
• Existing Western Cape industrial network
• Experience working with contractors, engineering companies, mines or resellers
• ERP experience

Working Hours

Monday – Friday: 07:30 – 17:00

Saturdays & Public Holidays: 08:00 – 13:00 , according to a roster system.

If you are an experienced Branch Manager with strong steel/industrial product knowledge, P&L experience and a proven track record of leading a large operation , we would love to hear from you.