Assistant Manager – Electrical Wholesale

A brand-new business location within a specialist cable management division is looking for an ambitious Assistant Manager to join their team in St. Helens. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a new venture within an established and highly respected group.

You’ll be joining an impressive £1.7 billion group of distribution businesses that continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. With an enviable supplier network and a strong industry reputation, the business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial reward for success. The branch specialises in cable management and containment solutions for both everyday trade requirements and larger first fix projects.

You will receive:

• A starting salary between £34,000 – £42,000 (depending on experience)
• A lucrative uncapped bonus, linked to your performance and that of the branch
• Mentoring and support from a successful management team
• Excellent opportunities to progress into Branch Management and beyond
• Optional membership of the company pension scheme

As an Assistant Manager, you will:

• Support the Branch Manager in the day-to-day running of the business
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers
• Provide excellent service and technical support to the branch’s customer base
• Help drive sales growth and profitability across the branch
• Lead by example and assist in motivating and developing the team
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and colleagues across the wider business
• Advise customers on the best solutions to meet their requirements
• Assist with stock management, operational efficiency and branch performance

To be successful in this Assistant Manager role, you should:

• Ideally have experience within electrical wholesale, metals, cable management, or containment
• Have sales experience and a strong customer-focused approach
• Possess leadership qualities and the ability to motivate others
• Be commercially aware with the drive to help grow a profitable business
• Be proactive, enthusiastic and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sales professional or supervisor looking to take the next step into management with a growing and highly successful business.

If you think you have what it takes, apply today to find out more!