Business Manager

Job Description

Join our client today as a Business Manager to oversee their site in Taunton. Dont miss this opportunity to work for an established company with a trusted reputation in the automotive industry.Business ManagerTaunton, TA1 3ES

• Full time, permanent
• £26,000 - £34,000 per annum dependent on experience

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UKWith over 100 years experience, our client is a leading supplier to the vehicle repair and refinish industry in the UK. They have established strong partnerships to provide innovative products and services nationwide. Their goal is to be a one-stop solutionfor Car Refinish and Commercial Vehicle Repair Centres, delivering efficient service and top-quality products.About the Role As Business Manager, you will control and maintain suitable stock for prompt and efficient delivery to customers, with responsibility for all assets of the business including its people, vehicles fixtures and fittings.Duties will cover: Stock:

• Maintain adequate stocks of product in anticipation of customer demand to ensure a minimum 98% order fill.
• Control stock movement using appropriate documentation.
• Report and take action in respect of damages, discrepancies or faults.
• Ensure goods are fit for resale.

People:

• Work with senior management, suitably motivated people who thrive in a busy working environment.
• Be responsible for leadership, guidance and where necessary, disciplinary measures.
• Help employees attain the highest standards of professionalism in dealing with daily branch life through training.
• Perform appraisals for all branch staff, making training recommendations where appropriate.

• Maintain a branch training record card for each staff member.

Order Processing:

• Select and assemble goods accurately for customers as required.
• Raise and complete all necessary paperwork to ensure prompt delivery of goods.
• Attend and serve trade counter customers as and when required.

• Have the ability to carry out all branch functions including mixing paint, liaising with the Sales Hub to clear any queries and carrying out all tasks in accordance with written procedures.

Security / Health & Safety:

• Take all necessary and possible steps to ensure the security and condition of company personnel, stock, and property.
• Receive, check and control all company monies received in the course of business.
• Be aware of credit control, pricing, discount and sales policies and take steps to ensure their correct implementation and operation.

Credit Control &Administration:

• Control receipt of cash/cod monies paid in by branch staff in accordance with their duties.
• Bank all monies on a daily basis and log all banked monies on the appropriate documentation before faxing to accounts.
• Be aware of accounts stop procedures and adhere to this policy.
• Maintain branch administration regarding stock and personnel in accordance with company procedures on a prompt and efficient basis.

Service:

• Respond to trade enquiries and complaints in a prompt, courteous and efficient manner.
• Carry out all duties so as to promote good customer relations and develop future business.
• Liaise with business support, purchasing and accounts to ensure smooth business procedures.
• Hold branch meetings on a weekly/monthly basis. To attend Business Managers meetings when required.

Sales:

• Work alongside the relevant sales team to achieve branch, regional and company sales budgets.
• Actively push all company promotions and provision of stock for all company promotion.
• Aid in the production of reports, quotes and tenders for new and existing business.
• Attend sales meetings as requested and communicate relevant points to the branch staff.

General:

• Maintain personal appearance and manner of behaviour to an acceptable level at all times. Men should be clean shaven or support a beard/moustache.
• Maintain good housekeeping practice of branch stock and work areas.
• Update work catalogues and technical information relating to branch stock.
• Carry out other non-specified duties as required by senior management from time to time.

Benefits:

• Training and career progression opportunities.
• Positive company culture.

How to apply for the Business Manager role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.Flat Fee Recruiter is an advertising agency promoting this role on behalf of the employer. You will be contacted directly by the employer and not Flat Fee Recruiter should they wish to move forward with your application.Other suitable skills and experience include Business Manager, Branch Manager, Automotive, Service Manager, Administrator, Operations, Team Leader.