Value Centre Manager

Applications are invited for the position of Branch Manager, Value Centre Cash & Carry Kilkenny.

Reporting to the Regional Manager the purpose of this role is to manage the Cash & Carry operation and achieve budget while ensuring the branch operates in a professional, compliant and profitable manner.  This will be achieved through the effective management of operational policies & procedures, and the promotion of excellent customer-service standards and positive employee relations, in line with the BWG Compass.

• To manage and exceed branch margin and profits   

• Optimise sales within the branch      

• Ensure the effective execution of replenishment and stock management objectives/policies

• Ensure marketing of the branch is in line with company policy in order to optimise sales

• Minimise overheads within the branch

• Effectively manage debtors

• Ensure cash management policies and procedures are adhered to

• Actively comply and promote company policies in relation to health & safety, security, medicinal products, and HACCP

• Have a strong strategic and operational focus, with formidable management and leadership skills

• Be competent in managing existing accounts, and in the development and management of new accounts in line with Company expectations, with the support of the sales team.

• Be a results-driven achiever, with exemplary planning and organisational skills.

• Be a seasoned professional whose integrity provides for effective business relationships.

• Be a confident individual, who is committed to achieving excellence.

• Be a highly motivated self-starter, who takes initiative with minimal supervision.

• Be a strong communicator with the ability to effectively convey information verbally.

• Be an analytical thinker, with the ability to assess situations and identify key issues that need to be addressed in a timely and professional manner.

• Have experience of the wholesale / grocery / licensed trade

• Possess strong financial acumen, with the ability to understand, and take accountability for, branch margin and profit expectations