AddressWhat is in it for you?
You will be working with a very supportive management team, and slot in neatly with a group of very experienced managers, from a sales and marketing entrepreneur, commercial managers and operations and store management.
This is a very people-focused building materials distributor. While many businesses talk about treating their team as “one big happy family”, this business really does mean it. This company values hustle, drive, and teamwork. You will find that problem-solving is focused squarely on servicing the customer.
This role has genuine potential for career progression, with a view to taking on more responsibility. Bring your drive, energy and passion for retail and building material distribution and be rewarded.
Your new employer
This is a well established business and an institution within the plumbing industry. The company brand has become synonymous with a high level of customer service and competitive pricing. Consistency over many years has resulted in a successful business that has good systems in place, along with the flexibility and nimbleness to be dynamic, and move with industry changes, and meet competitive pressures.
Responsibilities
- Working hand in glove with the management team for daily business operations
- Leading and motivating staff
- Delivering a high level of customer service and escalation point for customer problems
- Working with the management for clarity of business objectives and their execution
- Serving customers and keeping abreast of market pricing
- Merchandising and review store layout for the ROI improvements and best use of space
- Work seamlessly across logistics, warehousing, merchandising, sales etc.
Who are you?
- Previous experience in building materials/hardware store management, or assistant store management
- A background in hardware, plumbing, electrical, HVAC or timber distribution is an ideal background
- An outstanding track record in driving sales and creating a customer service culture
- Ability to motivate and support the team and lead by example
- Merchandising and retail operations experience
- Hands on, in every sense of the word, like the rest of the management team
- Commercially capable, with strong negotiation skills
- You must be the classic “people person,” with charm poise and a sense of humour who can coach and mentor less experienced team members
Who is your concierge through this process?
Saunders Lynn and Company are dedicated to servicing the needs of the interiors, construction, and architectural products. All applications are treated in strict confidence; please apply online using the web link below. To find out more about this career opportunity, please contact Helen Shields Bennetts or Kerri O'Connor on (02) 9002 3***. Please quote the Assignment 1224830.
Additional information
- Built in career development upon performance
- A friendly and professional team
- $100,000 + Super (negotiable on experience)
