The OpportunityIn this role, you will be leading a small team and managing the day-to-day operations of the branch to ensure overall customer satisfaction. This role will have a dual focus on operations and sales to deliver on the expectations of the existing customer base while fostering new avenues for business growth.This is apermanent, full-time opportunityand will be based onsite at Blackwoods Broken Hill (Argent St).Some of tasks in the role:Manage the day-to-day operations of the branch including the warehouse and trade storeOversee inventory and stock levels to ensure adequate stock on handLead, coach, and mentor the team to achieve branch objectives and support career developmentEnsure adherence to all health & safety policies and proceduresSupport the Sales Team and Account Manager to foster existing and new customer relationships with a growth mindsetEnsure operational efficiencies and cost management effectiveness, while ensuring operations in line with budgetSome of the skills required:Minimum 2 years' experience in a leadership roleHigh level commercial acumen including an understanding of P&LAbility to build relationships with external and internal stakeholdersExposure to a customer centric work environmentA mindset of forward planning to mitigate any future risk or issuesResults driven focus to foster growthOur StoryBlackwoods is Australia's leading supplier of industrial and safety supplies. For over 140 years, we have supported businesses big and small with our range of over 300,000 products from the world's best brands. From the Sydney Harbour Bridge to the railway and your local mechanic, we supply what our customers need when they need it, along with unparalleled expertise and service from our passionate team.With a national footprint of over 50 branches and 6 Distribution Centres, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Being a part of the Wesfarmers group, also means that we have endless opportunities to make a difference, so join us, and let's help more people build a better Australia.Next StepsIf you meet most of the criteria listed above and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your application today. We will be contacting suitable candidates as we receive them.As part of our recruitment process and commitment to safety, you may be required to undertake background checks (which may include a police check, a pre-employment medical assessment; and/or drug & alcohol testing) as part of your application process.Blackwoods also promotes diversity and inclusion across our workplaces and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.
