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Branch Manager in Bristol

On-site in Bristol·Full-time·Added today (last checked 28 Oct)

Travis Perkins

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Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Bristol
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours

Skills

Nice to have

Travis Perkins is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Bristol.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Commercially aware with a solid understanding of business and financial performance.

  • An excellent communicator who can engage with a wide range of people effectively.

  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision while keeping the team engaged.

  • Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service.

  • A proven leader who can inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.

  • Skilled in building relationships with a diverse range of individuals.

  • Experienced in a similar role or as an Assistant Branch Manager.

  • Organised, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and manage both your and your team's workload.

  • Proficient in IT and comfortable using it for day-to-day tasks.

  • A skilled negotiator, able to secure the best outcomes for the business and customers.

  • Comfortable interpreting basic financial and statistical data for decision-making.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Attractive annual salary

  • Performance-based bonus that rewards your hard work

  • Save-as-you-earn & Buy-as-you-earn schemes for smart financial growth

  • Generous contributory pension scheme to secure your future

  • Exclusive colleague discounts across a variety of Group businesses, including 20% off at Toolstation

  • Wellbeing support to keep you feeling your best

  • MyPerks discounts at top retailers, restaurants, and more!

The role

Branch Manager -BSS Bristol- St Philips (No Weekends!)

What you'll do

What you'll be doing
As Branch Manager, you'll be at the heart of our Bristol branch, leading a talented team of sales, drivers, and warehouse experts. Your mission? Drive sales, hit profit targets, and uphold our high standards of customer service, all while supporting and developing your team. Your customers will vary from large national contractors to local independents, making your job diverse and rewarding. You'll lead with energy, foster a positive culture with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction, and ensure your team is motivated and engaged. This is your chance to shine in a role where every day brings new opportunities and challenges!

What's in it for You?
We offer the chance to work alongside knowledgeable colleagues, advance your career, and make a significant impact on the industry. By helping our customers tackle challenges and reduce their environmental impact, you'll be part of something meaningful. Plus, we offer great training, opportunities for career growth, and a supportive, team-focused environment where success is celebrated!

  • Developing strong, lasting relationships with customers and suppliers to drive profitable business growth.

  • Building regular, focused communication with your team to exceed customer expectations and add value.

  • Managing the full operation of the branch, ensuring safety standards are met, storage is efficient, and customers have a positive experience.

  • Taking control of sales, margin, and overheads to exceed targets and deliver best-in-class financial performance.

  • Leading a Stay Safe culture, promoting a healthy and positive workplace for all.

  • Empowering and motivating your team to work collaboratively and provide outstanding service to customers.

How you'll work

Monday - Friday 7am - 5pm

Hiring process

3 steps3 interviews
  1. Apply

  2. Application Review

  3. Virtual Interview

    With a member of our recruitment team or the Hiring Manager · Phone call

    A phone or video interview with a member of the recruitment team or the Hiring Manager about experience and skills needed for the job.

  4. Face to Face Interview

    With the Hiring Manager and possibly other members of the team you could be joining · In person

    An in-person interview with the Hiring Manager and possibly other team members, looking for examples of skills and experience.

  5. Further Meetings

    With a senior manager · In person · Not every role

    For some roles, another interview with a senior manager, a location visit, or a presentation or ability test.

  6. Offer · Phone call

  • Offers are conditional on right-to-work proof and, where applicable, background checks.
  • The contract of employment is usually sent within 5 working days of accepting the offer.

Hiring process

How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and join a company that truly values its people. We can't wait to hear from you!

About Travis Perkins

Travis Perkins plc is the UK's largest distributor of building materials to trade customers, supplying the construction industry with the materials and tools it needs for building projects. The group employs over 17,000 colleagues and operates around 1,500 locations nationwide through five leading businesses, each number #1 or #2 in their markets.

Its businesses include the Travis Perkins general merchant, Toolstation, and specialists in the civils market (Keyline), heating and ventilation (BSS) and drylining and insulation (CCF). The group describes its ambition as being the leading partner to the construction industry and pursues an ESG approach it calls Building for Better.

Industry
Builders merchants
Employees
17,000

In their own words

About the company & team

Who we are
We're BSS, part of the Travis Perkins Group, and we're all about providing the heating and plumbing essentials that keep homes, offices, and buildings running smoothly. With 55 branches across the UK and a strong partnership with TF Solutions, we're more than just a supplier - we're problem solvers, supporting new technologies and helping our customers reduce their carbon footprint. It's all about being there when it counts.

Additional information

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.

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