Branch Manager

Branch Manager - Hartlepool (No Weekends!)

Who we are
At Keyline, we’re the backbone of transport construction, providing the building materials that make everything from mini-roundabouts to motorways and railways come to life. With 40+ branches across the UK, we combine expert knowledge and exceptional service to ensure our customers get the right products at the right time.

What you’ll be doing
As Branch Manager, you’ll lead and inspire a diverse team of 8 colleagues, including sales, drivers, and warehouse experts, while overseeing 2 delivery vehicles. Your mission? Maximise growth, drive success, and keep everything running smoothly, all while prioritising safety. You’ll have a deep understanding of the market and your customers, ensuring your team is focused on the right opportunities. This role is dynamic and rewarding, and if you’re ready to take charge, this is your chance to make an impact!

What’s in it for You?
Join a supportive and dynamic team with great career growth opportunities. You’ll be at the heart of shaping the future of transport infrastructure, while enjoying benefits designed to support you at work and beyond.

We offer:

• Attractive annual salary

• Performance-based bonus that rewards your hard work

• Save-as-you-earn & Buy-as-you-earn schemes for smart financial growth

• Generous contributory pension scheme to secure your future

• Exclusive colleague discounts across a variety of Group businesses, including 20% off at Toolstation

• Wellbeing support to keep you feeling your best

• MyPerks discounts at top retailers, restaurants, and more!

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7.30am - 5pm,  NO WEEKENDS!

What you’ll be responsible for

• Leading Safety & Wellbeing : Champion a strong safety culture, driving continuous improvement. Conduct regular risk assessments and promote best practices, creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and engaged.

• Leading High Performance : Set ambitious goals, inspire your team, and track performance. Build adaptable teams with a focus on succession planning and continuous development through 1-2-1s.

• Customer Service & Sales : Build lasting relationships with your customers, focusing on your top 10. Identify opportunities, drive sales growth, and swiftly resolve complaints. Collaborate with KAM/NAMs to implement growth strategies.

• Managing Commercial Growth : Cultivate strong supplier relationships, capitalise on opportunities, and monitor financial trends to ensure continued business success. Manage stock and working capital efficiently.

• Operations & Transport Excellence : Ensure high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Lead your team to optimise layout and safety, balancing resource needs, stock levels, and cost control.

• Driven by Success : Take calculated risks, make bold decisions, and always strive to be the best in everything you do.

Who you are
You’ll need to be:

• Experienced : At least 3 years in merchanting or multi-site customer/trade distribution with a proven track record of delivering growth plans.

• Customer & Colleague Focused : Able to set and achieve growth targets, with a strong focus on both customer satisfaction and team development.

• Results-Driven : Consistently meeting budgets and operating plans, while driving profitability.

• Skilled Negotiator : Comfortable negotiating face-to-face with customers and suppliers, building strong, long-term relationships.

• Safety & Wellbeing Champion : Leading safety standards and fostering a wellbeing culture across the branch.

• Strategic Thinker : Able to think long-term, adapt to changing business needs, and bring fresh ideas.

• Agile & Adaptable : Flexible in your approach, able to pivot and embrace new opportunities or challenges.

• Excellent Communicator : Able to engage effectively with colleagues and customers, promoting collaboration and clarity.

• Commercially Savvy : Understanding P&L, business finances, and the workings of commercial markets.

• Ambitious for Growth : Eager to drive growth and seize new opportunities across all areas of the business.

• Decisive : Confident in making decisions that drive business success.

How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and join a company that values its people and is committed to giving everyone the opportunity to succeed. We can’t wait to hear from you!

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse team. No matter your background, we believe in giving everyone the opportunity to succeed.