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. Rewards 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 schemeResponsibilities 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 performanceRequirements 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 skillsThis 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