About the Company
A well-established leader in the building supplies and construction materials industry, our client specialises in roofing, cladding and structural accessories. With a strong reputation for quality, service and integrity across the Sydney region, they support tradespeople, builders and major construction projects, offering a comprehensive range of products and expert technical knowledge. This presents an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Branch Manager to join the business and drive further growth.
About the Role
Reporting to the Regional Operations Director, the Branch Manager will be accountable for the full operations of a Sydney-based branch. The successful candidate will lead a high-performing team, manage sales and profitability, drive customer satisfaction and ensure operational excellence. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both commercial acuity and the ability to engage and develop people.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate and develop the branch team (sales, warehouse, administration) to achieve individual and collective targets.
* Set and deliver on branch sales, margin and profit objectives, analysing performance and implementing corrective actions as required.
* Manage branch operations including inventory control, stock ordering, cost management, logistics, health & safety and compliance.
* Deliver an outstanding customer experience: build strong relationships with trade customers, builders and specifiers; proactively identify opportunities for growth.
* Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management of staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity and product developments; work with head office to refine branch offering and positioning.
* Ensure accurate financial reporting, forecasting and budgets for the branch; drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
* Implement and maintain processes and systems to ensure safe, efficient and compliant operations in line with the company's standards.
What they're looking for
* Minimum 3 years' experience in branch or operations management within the building materials, construction supplies or related trade sector.
* Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales and profit targets, with strong commercial and analytical skills.
* Customer-centric mindset with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, especially within trade and construction markets.
* Strong leadership qualities: able to inspire teams, develop talent and create a high-performance culture.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and handle multiple demands in a fast-paced environment.
Salary and Benefits
Base $130k - $150k | Super 12% | Company Car | Bonus
APPLICATION
Apply by clicking the link below. Please apply by sending your resume in word format to Alternatively, you can call me on for a completely confidential discussion.
Salexo Consulting is a specialist recruitment agency. Currently we have over 200 vacancies on our books. So, if this role doesn't suit, please call or apply to find out more about our other live vacancies. Thank You
NB: All candidates that meet our client's shortlist will be contacted within 2 business days.