
Branch Manager
- Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Direct all operational aspects including distribution operations, customer service, human resources, administration and sales
- Assess local market conditions and identify current and prospective sales opportunities
- Develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans
- Meet goals and metrics
- Manage budget and allocate funds appropriately
- Bring out the best of branch’s personnel by providing training, coaching, development and motivation
- Locate areas of improvement and propose corrective actions that meet challenges and leverage growth opportunities
- Share knowledge with other branches and headquarters on effective practices, competitive intelligence, business opportunities and needs
- Address customer and employee satisfaction issues promptly
- Adhere to high ethical standards, and comply with all regulations/applicable laws
- Network to improve the presence and reputation of the branch and company
- Stay abreast of competing markets and provide reports on market movement and penetration
- Tertiary qualification in or related field is preferred
- 3 – 5 years’ experience within a management role
- Sales and Marketing Experience is essential
- Proven branch management experience, as a Branch Manager or similar role
- Ability to negotiate National deals and service level agreements
- Consulting experience would be advantageous
- Sufficient knowledge of modern management techniques and best practices
- Ability to meet sales targets and production goals
- Familiarity with industry’s rules and regulations
- Excellent organizational skills
- Results driven and customer focused
- Leadership and human resources management skills
- People orientated person with the ability to management sales outputs
- Self-motivated individual passionate about sales