FRS Recruitment is now inviting applications for the role of Branch Manager – Agri.
This is a full time, permanent role based in South West Cork.
Our Client is one of the country’s largest farm and garden machinery dealerships with
operations in various branches, representing some of the best names in the agri industry. Following the construction of a new branch, they are now recruiting a Branch Manager to join the team, who is invested in machinery and dealership operations while seeking to further their career.
Job Purpose
• Oversee the sales, parts and service operations of the farm and garden machinery business conducted at the branch.
• Lead by example to set a high standard for these operations and always be looking for opportunities to improve these.
Job Dimensions
Job Title:
Branch Manager
Reports To:
Managing Director
Location:
South West of Cork City
Position Type:
Permanent & Full Time
Environment:
Office based
Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 9:00 - 17:30 [Saturday mornings on rotation]
Remuneration:
Competitive salary, bonus and pension package
Key Responsibilities
• Sales:
Ensure the sales opportunity in the area (Farm and Garden machinery) is
developed in conjunction with the branch’s salespeople, the sales team and suppliers’ sales representatives.
• Aftersales:
Ensure the efficiency of the stores, service desk and workshop operations so that customers are provided with excellent service.
• Financial:
Take ownership of the branch’s financial objectives – sales targets, margin, expense management, profit, stock turns, stock losses, stock obsolescence, credit control, etc.
• HR:
Management, training & development of branch staff; Recruitment of new staff; implementation of company personnel procedures; Attend to any onsite HR issues (in conjunction with the managing director and company secretary as required).
• Marketing:
Lead the development and execution of a marketing activity calendar for the branch; Promote the branch’s business and capabilities through open days, attendance at shows and by providing material for social media posts.
• Site Management:
Ensure the maintenance of a well presented and secure facility; Ensure the maintenance of branch assets; Ensure branch administration is attended to.
• Health and Safety:
Ensure procedures and facilities safeguard employees and branch visitors; Ensure compliance with legislation.
• Management Committee:
Participate in the company’s direction and management in representing the branch on the company’s management committee; Be the default point of contact for colleagues on any branch specific matters.
Candidate Requirements
• A motivated personality setting high standards for him/herself and others.
• A customer service orientation founded in a long-term business development outlook.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Communicates and conducts professionally.
• IT competency.
• Experience of a people management role in a sales/profit driven business is required. In
• particular, experience of leading the sales, parts or service function in a machinery or
• vehicle dealership is preferred.
• Experience in the agricultural and/or hardware industries an advantage.
• Financial awareness an advantage.
Apply
• Apply in confidence via link attached or contact Bonnie Clancy at 086 103 8534
