Depot Branch Leader — Drive Growth, Profit & Service

Marubeni-Komatsu Ltd; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction equipment distributor is seeking an experienced Branch Manager for their Hamilton depot. In this hands-on role, you will oversee daily operations, drive profitability, and ensure top-notch service. Responsibilities include managing team performance, controlling work in progress, and addressing health and safety matters. Ideal candidates will have strong industry knowledge, experience in team management, and a results-driven mindset. The role offers competitive salary, company car or allowance, and other benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Car or Car Allowance

Annual performance-based bonus

Pension Scheme

Up to 27 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in service benefit

Qualifications

• Strong industry knowledge is essential.
• Experience managing field-based teams is required.
• Ability to handle pressure and ER issues.
• Coaching and developing team members is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage team performance to achieve sales targets.
• Control work in progress to meet targets.
• Approve supplier and subcontractor use.
• Ensure health and safety compliance at depots.
• Promote a healthy working environment.

Skills

Industry, experience, and product knowledge

People management skills

Ability to work under pressure

Problem-solving ability

Relationship building

Tools

IOSH - Health & Safety certification

Job description

A leading construction equipment distributor is seeking an experienced Branch Manager for their Hamilton depot. In this hands-on role, you will oversee daily operations, drive profitability, and ensure top-notch service. Responsibilities include managing team performance, controlling work in progress, and addressing health and safety matters. Ideal candidates will have strong industry knowledge, experience in team management, and a results-driven mindset. The role offers competitive salary, company car or allowance, and other benefits.