Branch Manager - Bray

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Brooks Timber and Building Supplies Ltd is one of the leading Timber and Builders Merchant in the Republic of Ireland. Brooks has been an institution in the Irish Construction Industry since its inception in the late 1700s to today. Brooks has grown by developing a product offering in harmony with customer needs and by acquiring local businesses that share this customer-focused approach.

Brooks business is the distribution of timber products and building materials to house builders and contractors, joinery and furniture manufacturers, other builder merchants, subcontractors, house factories and end -users (DIY) through outlets open to public, as well as through direct-to-site delivery.

Brooks conducts its operations through a broad network of outlets throughout Ireland. Brooks has ten branch locations throughout Ireland. Brooks offers expert advice and wide range of quality products to both the building professional and those doing DIY jobs at home.

We value both our customers and our employees and our business is built on offering consistently excellent customer service by well-trained and knowledgeable staff. Currently we are looking to recruit a Branch Manager for our Bray branch.

Branch Manager - Bray

Reporting to the Regional Director East the Branch Manager should be a self-motivated and results-driven manager who can direct and manage Brooks Bray growing business in the Dublin area and implement effective programs to drive profitable growth. The Branch Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day running of the store including sales, staffing, customer orders and deliveries whilst being instrumental in the development and implementation of strategy for growth. The manager should embrace the entrepreneurial ethos: cultivating lasting connections and sustainable growth.

Role Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily business operations and manage the team ensuring clear targets and objectives are defined and met regularly.
• Responsible for working with and maintaining the existing portfolio of customers while continuing to seek new opportunities to increase our market share.
• Allocate and manage staff resources according to changing needs.
• Identify new opportunities to develop and grow the business.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Maintain a high standard of Health and Safety ensuring the implementation rules, policies and procedures.

The above Job Description provides a comprehensive list of the main responsibilities of this role but it is not intended to be exhaustive as the job role will evolve and additional responsibilities will become part of it as time goes on. You may not be involved in carrying out all of the listed duties at all times but your line manager will keep you informed of what your responsibilities are at any given time.

Essential criteria:

• Significant experience in managing a team and strong leadership qualities.
• Strong sales experience preferably in the building materials sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to solve problems and make decisions, as well as think laterally and offer creative solutions.
• Strong work ethic and highly organised.

Essential Competencies:

• Ability to prioritise workload
• Effective team management
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
• Strong sales skills
• IT literacy and the ability to handle analytical data
• The flexibility and willingness to learn
• Enjoys working with people
• The ability to manage change
• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Key Relationships:

• Regional Director
• Commercial Team
• Brooks Support Office

Key Performance Measures:

• Sales
• Gross Margin Profit % and €
• Operating profit % and €
• Stockholding
• Customer satisfaction
• Delivery against HSSE metrics
• Colleague engagement
• Operational productivity and performance

Benefits:

• Attractive competitive salary offered
• Performance Related Bonus
• Company Vehicle
• Company Mobile Phone
• Company Pension Scheme
• Opportunity for Excellent Career
• Staff Discount
• Long Service Leave and Recognition

Closing Date: Friday 27th February 2025

Brooks Timber and Building Supplies is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the Community

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/02/2026
Reference ID: BMB/02/26