Howarth Timber Group

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Closing Date: 08/08/2025 Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for the timber and builders merchant industry? We're looking for an experienced Branch Manager to join our team at Newcastle under Lyme and drive success at our bustling branch. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel in customer service, and have a knack for team management, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join us and lead our branch to new heights! Putting people at the heart of what we do With 185 years' trading experience, the Howarth Timber Group has grown to provide not only the widest range of products, but expertise, service and knowledge you can rely on. With a nationwide network of branches supplying timber, building and plumbing and heating materials, kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms and a dedicated manufacturing division supplying timber engineering services, the Howarth Timber Group is focused on providing market leading choice, quality, service and value. Built on a passion for service and people, we strive to set the highest standards in the quality of our products, in the continuity of supply and in every aspect of customer service and support. Quality products and processes are what drive our passion, but people are central to everything we do and it's thanks to our loyal workforce that we've built a strong and successful business. About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of Branch Manager at our busy branch in Newcastle, which is a mixed timber and building supplies branch, incorporating a kitchen, bedroom and bathroom showroom. • Responsible for the profitability of the branch by achieving/exceeding net profit target, and maximising return on capital employed. • Leadership and direction of branch colleagues • Operating the branch within set Company policy and procedures to a high standard. • Accountable for all on site Health & Safety. • Staff recruitment, training, development, motivation, and discipline. • Succession planning. • Building and maintaining profitable customer relationships. • Working in conjunction with the Regional Director to set an annual cohesive branch budget and business plan. • Continuous raising of company profile within the local area and business community. • Demonstrating consistent leadership of our Company Mission Statement, by personal example. • Supporting the Regional Manager to develop regional business strategy. • Efficient and effective management of the branch Sales Executive. • Collaborating with other Branches and Group companies, to the overall benefit of the Company and Group. What are the requirements to be part of our team? The ideal candidate will need to be an outstanding leader and people manager and have previous management/supervisory experience within a timber/builder's merchant environment. They will also require excellent product knowledge, be highly-focused on sales and margin awareness and have a desire to provide outstanding customer service in order to take the Branch forward and maximise profitability. Why choose Howarth Timber & Building Supplies for your next role? Howarth Timber Group is proud to have been officially recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025! We are a family-owned company valuing all colleagues, with a desire to provide colleague benefits that are truly valuable and valued by the group. Benefits include but are not limited to: • Competitive salary, dependent on experience • Company car • Generous bonus scheme • 31 days' holiday, inclusive of Statutory Bank Holidays • Opportunity to buy up to an additional 5 days' annual leave or sell up to 3 days' annual leave per annum • Length of service awards • Cycle to work scheme • Contributory pension scheme • Company sick pay • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay • Employee Assistance Programme, (24/7 helpline, counselling sessions, legal, debt and life management advice line) • Colleague Merchant Branch discount • Excellent training and development and scope for career progression Get in touch Applicants should put their application in writing enclosing their CV to Cameron Reid, Regional Manager, by email to .