Branch Manager
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £35,000.00 to £40,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | + Bonus |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD4 6SL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Search Consultancy LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Req/677729_1769705686 |
Summary
Branch Manager
Salary: £40,000 basic + Bonus (OTE = £50,000)
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
Full-time, Permanent Position
Our client is now seeking a driven and experienced Branch Manager to lead their flagship Bradford branch. Opened just two years ago, the branch is thriving, and they are looking for someone ambitious and commercially minded to take it into its next phase of growth.
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The Key Responsibilities of the Branch Manager:
* Lead the Bradford branch, driving sales performance, profitability, and customer satisfaction
* Manage and support existing team members while recruiting and developing new staff as needed
* Boost branch footfall, strengthen customer relationships, and identify opportunities for commercial growth
* Oversee day to day branch operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and high standards of service
* Maintain strong health and safety practices across all operational areas
* Ensure stock, logistics, and operational functions run smoothly and effectively
* Represent values, ensuring the branch delivers excellent customer service at all times
* Use your initiative to help shape the branch's strategic direction and long term success
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The Key Requirements of the Branch Manager:
Essential:
* Experience as a Branch Manager within the drainage, civils, or wider merchanting industry
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a small team
* Sales focused mindset with a proven ability to drive growth and generate new business
* Sound understanding of branch operations, including stock, logistics, and customer service
* Strong commitment to health and safety standards
* Customer centric approach with excellent communication skills
* Ability to use initiative and build strong networks within the industry
Desirable:
* Strong contacts within the merchanting or drainage sectors
* Experience working within an independent merchant/manufacturer environment
* Passion for learning technical product ranges
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The Successful Candidate Will Receive Excellent Benefits:
* Long term career opportunities within a growing and stable UK company
* Competitive salary reflective of skills and experience
* Monthly bonus scheme to reward performance and dedication
* Contributory pension scheme
* Full support, training, and development opportunities
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.