This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
Sussex Plumbing Supplies is a proper independent merchant — local roots, strong stock, and counter teams who actually know their trade. We're part of IBMG, which means national buying power behind a branch that still runs on relationships and reputation. Plumbers come back to us because we sort them out. Simple as that. We're looking for a Branch Manager to run the show — own the numbers, lead the team, and keep the trade coming back. This isn't a desk job. You'll be on the floor, on the phone to suppliers, and out seeing customers. You'll carry the P&L and you'll have the freedom to grow it your way.
Job Responsibility
Own the branch P&L — sales
screen margin
rebates and EBITDA
Lead from the front — recruit
coach and back your team so the counter
yard and office all pull together
Win and keep trade — grow your key accounts
chase the lapsed ones
and go after the business down the road that isn't buying from us yet
Run a tight ship — stock accuracy
availability
pricing discipline and credit control
so the branch is profitable and the shelves are right
Work your suppliers — joint visits
deals
promotions and getting the right gear in at the right price
Keep everyone safe — H&S
housekeeping and compliance done properly
not as a box-tick
Requirements
A track record of running a branch or a sales operation
ideally in plumbing
heating
bathrooms or builders' merchanting
Commercial instinct
you read a P&L
spot the leak
and fix it
Genuine leadership
people want to work for you
not just under you
Trade credibility
you can talk fittings
boilers and bathrooms with the best of them (or you'll learn fast)
Drive
you treat the branch like it's your own business
What we offer
Competitive salary
Generous staff discount across every IBMG brand
Company pension and a proper holiday allowance that grows with service
Real progression — most of our managers started on the trade counter or in the yard
Employee Assistance Programme
A tight-knit branch team that has your back and a laugh while they're at it