We are looking for an experienced Assistant Branch Manager to support the day-to-day running of a busy electrical wholesale branch. Working closely with the Branch Manager, you will oversee stock control, purchasing, staff supervision, deliveries and general branch administration, while ensuring customers receive a reliable and efficient service. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is organised, comfortable managing daily operations and able to deal with customers, suppliers and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Branch Manager with the daily running of the branch, ensuring operations are carried out efficiently.
Supervise internal branch staff, providing support, guidance and training where required.
Manage purchasing, stock levels and stock control, ensuring products are available and ordered at competitive prices.
Organise daily deliveries and coordinate van drivers to ensure routes are planned efficiently.
Prepare customer quotations and assist with sales enquiries.
Build and maintain good working relationships with customers and suppliers.
Handle cash banking, invoices, credit notes and general branch administration.
Complete month-end procedures and ensure all relevant paperwork is accurate and up to date.
Respond to Head Office queries and requests in a timely manner.
Support the Branch Manager in monitoring branch costs, sales and profitability.
Ensure the branch, warehouse and company vehicles are maintained to a good standard and comply with health and safety procedures.
Requirements
Previous experience in a supervisory, assistant management or branch operations role.
Experience in electrical wholesale, trade supplies or a similar distribution environment would be an advantage.
Good knowledge of purchasing, stock management and general branch operations.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage several tasks throughout the day.
Experience supervising staff and coordinating daily workloads.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Comfortable handling administrative duties, financial records and basic reporting.
Good computer skills and attention to detail.
A practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
About the Role
Position: Assistant Branch Manager
Industry: Electrical Wholesale
Reporting to: Branch Manager
Location: Galway
Salary: €40 - €50k DOE
If you have experience in branch operations and enjoy a role that combines staff supervision, stock management and customer service, we would be interested in hearing from you.
