Job Title: Assistant Branch Manager
Working Hours: Monday to Friday (7am-4:30pm), Alternate Saturday Mornings (8-12)

We are Travis Perkins.

Leading our industry for over two centuries, we’ve built our early foundations into a nationwide business that gives customers the products they need, with the smile they deserve. We’re proudly part of Travis Perkins plc., the UK’s largest distributor of building materials, providing unrivalled customer service from over 1,400 branches across the UK.

What’s it like to be an Assistant Branch Manager?

As the Assistant Branch Manager at Travis Perkins, you’ll support the day-to-day of branch life, leading your colleagues to achieve excellence in everything they do.

• You’ll have a strong sales presence, to drive daily sales activity and achieve targets to boost the profitability of your branch.

• As part of the branch management team, you’ll drive standards across the branch and create fantastic customer relationships at every opportunity.

• You’ll be a confident people leader, capable of motivating and coaching your colleagues as they work to achieve their high potential.

• You’ll help to ensure the branch operations run smoothly and efficiently – including their fleet of vehicles, tool hire department, and integrated Benchmarx showroom.

Do you have what it takes?

• You’ve got relevant experience and can motivate and develop teams to succeed.

• You hold strong people skills, key for building strong relationships and negotiating successfully.

• You’re highly organised and can prioritize tasks with attention to detail.

• You champion a non-negotiable safety culture and prioritize the wellbeing of your team and customers.

• You’re dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and maintaining high standards at all times.

• You’re an energetic team player, eager to contribute, and focused on hitting goals.

• Relevant industry experience will help you to embed quickly into this role. However, if you’re a confident and successful sales leader in a different, customer-centric industry, we’d love to hear from you!

What’s in it for you?

• Make your job a journey – opportunities for career growth in a thriving business, including leadership training and development programs.

• Competitive salary – with bonus earning potential too! We achieve together, so we earn together too.

• Enhanced pension scheme – prepare for your future by matching your pension contributions up to 10%. (Conditions apply)

• Group-wide discounts – 20% off at Toolstation, with wider savings across the group.

• Sociable hours – Protect your “me time” with sociable daytime hours (no evenings!).

• Fit for success – Health & Wellbeing support, including DigiCare, Cycle to Work, and access to our Wellbeing Centre

• ShareSave – own our collective success by investing with our group shares.

• Online shopping discounts – treat yourself more often, thanks to discounts across a range of leading retailers… from everyday essentials, to airport parking and travel!

What about our culture?

Every day, we work together, giving our best to be the best. By sharing our knowledge we don’t just support our colleagues, we create an unrivalled customer experience that shows them that we really care.
We’re driven to remain a truly inclusive employer. Please let your recruiter know how we can help you to thrive as your authentic self. You be you, it makes us, us.

We reserve the right to cancel or close this vacancy without notice or reason, and prior to the expiry date.

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HGV Driver – Class 2 – Newhaven

No evenings or overnights!

Monday- Friday 6.30am -4pm and every other Saturday 8am – 12pm

Drive Your HGV Career Forward with Travis Perkins – HIAB training provided!

What’s in it for you?

• Sociable hours: No overnight stays or late evenings, giving you an excellent work/life balance.

• Full-time, permanent hours: Employed directly with Travis Perkins.

• Competitive salary: Plus bonus earning potential that YOU control by driving safely and efficiently (total potential bonus £2,700 per year).

• Periodic CPC training: Fully funded and arranged by the branch.

• Staff discounts: Enjoy 20% off at Toolstation and across our Group businesses.

• 22 days holiday + bank holidays: Plus yearly pay reviews to recognize and reward commitment.

• Share schemes: Potential profit from selling shares of the business.

• Company pension: Flexible contribution options.

• Ongoing development: We’re committed to your career progression, with many of our managers and directors having started in similar roles.

What will you be doing?
You’ll be delivering building materials from our branch to local customers, making sure everything’s safe and sound. You’ll load up your vehicle with the HIAB, double-check it’s all properly packed and legal, and then hit the road. As our face on the road, you’ll keep it professional while making around 14 drops a day, then head back to the branch to reload when needed.

Who you are

• Requirements: You’ll need a Class 2 driving license, up-to-date CPC records, and have held a Category B license for 12+ months.

• HIAB experience: Don’t have HIAB experience? No problem! We’ll fund your HIAB training.

• Customer-focused: You’ll be confident building and developing relationships with customers.

• Safety-focused: You’ll prioritize safety in every aspect of your work, completing tasks in a professional manner.

Who we are
We’re the UK’s biggest builders’ merchant! With over 500 branches, we supply everything from timber and bricks to kitchens, tools, and equipment. We’re a friendly, welcoming team offering great career opportunities and the chance to learn new skills. Whether you’re in the office, serving customers, or making deliveries, there’s a place for you to grow. Come see why we’re the go-to for builders—join us today!

How to Apply
Ready to be part of something big? Apply now and join a company that truly values its people. We can’t wait to hear from you!

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse team. No matter your background, we believe in giving everyone the opportunity to succeed.