Benefits Generous salary A well-established and recognised organisation Family-oriented business with family values Multi-tasking role with plenty of variety Industry training and support provided Opportunity for future percentage ownership in the business About the company This is a well-established business, that has over the past 25 years, developed a broad client base in the agricultural, commercial and domestic sectors, where they have provided pump, irrigation, design, installation, mechanical service and maintenance. They are a well-stocked industrial retail business, selling a variety of pumps, fittings, pipe, valves, water filtration and plumbing products. They are a progressive business that has experienced year-on-year growth and are looking to grow further with the appointment of an operations manager. About the role This role offers the opportunity to take the lead of an established business and through evaluation create strategic change for next-level growth. As the operations manager you will play an active part across the entire business from leading staff, overseeing the daily operation of the business, monitoring workshop activities, influencing retail sales, maintaining sales budgets and product costs, liaising with suppliers and working closely with the owners to further develop the business based around investigated and thought-out opportunities for change. First and foremost, this is a proactive role where you will roll up your sleeves and work alongside the team daily, either in the retail, workshop or infield environment, working on pump systems with an attitude of equality and collaboration and being involved with every aspect in the business. Duties Support the current team in identifying opportunities for growth and personal development Be proactive across the areas of retail sales, workshop and field service Manage sales budgets, prepare and provide weekly and monthly reports Review operational procedures and identify key areas of improvement and potential growth Maintain stock levels and store presentation Be the cultural influencer across all staff from admin, retail, trades Skills and Experience Have a track record of operational or branch leadership Have a technical or mechanical mind set Have sound commercial and financial skills across sales, pricing and budgets Be able to observe and create areas of efficient process change and growth Be comfortable with technology such as CRM’s, Excell and Word products Have a flair for training and team mentorship Be well organised with sound verbal and written communication skills Pump or irrigation knowledge would be beneficial, but training is available How to apply If you have the required skills and are looking for the next leadership opportunity, please click the apply button below and attach a current copy of your resume. All applicants will be notified by phone or email of the outcome of their application.
