Branch Manager

Who are MKL and why you should work with us

At MKL we are proud to be one of the largest construction equipment distributors in the UK. We supply some of the world s most exciting and ground-breaking products including Intelligent Machine Control (iMC) and Hybrid Excavators reducing our customers fuel usage.

We value our local community with wanting to improve lives and minimising environmental impact being at the top of our lists.

We are continuously building a culture where enthusiastic and motivated people (just like you!) can construct a life-long career, within a reputable brand. Known for our quality and innovation, we are regularly searching for talented individuals to join our diverse, and friendly team.

Come and join us to make good products even better we d love to hear from you!

BRANCH MANAGER

We are looking for a Branch Manager to manage the total operation of our Slough depot and maximise efficiency and profitability in order to achieve targets.

Reporting to the Product Support Director, this role is ideal for a result driven and problem-solving individual.

What is the purpose of the role?

• Manage the performance of the teams to deliver revenue and service agreement sales and profitability targets
• Control work in progress (WIP) to within targets set.
• Approve and control the use of suppliers and sub-contractors in order to improve costs and standards of work and check invoices.
• Ensure utilisation of labour is in accordance with targets set and that service jobs are efficiently controlled.
• Ensure that claim settlement on warranty recovery equals job cost or is greater.
• Resolve all invoice disputes within 14 days; adhering to the authorisation levels set and using commercial common sense.
• Deal with any health and safety or environmental issues at the depot including those under RIDDOR and if necessary, report such issues to H&S Manager
• Promote good housekeeping practices at the depot to ensure a healthy and safe well-disciplined working environment.
• Make regular visits to customers as the representative of the company overseeing the depot operation.

What skills and behaviours are we looking for?

• Industry and product knowledge essential
• Management experience and managing field based / diverse teams essential
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good people manager with experience of dealing with employee relations issues
• Ability to build good relationships

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Up to 27 days holiday linked to service, plus Christmas shut down
• Flexible working
• Company Car or Car allowance
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme