Leadership. Operational know-how. A hands-on approach.
We’re looking for an Assistant Branch Manager to join the team at the newly rebranded Lords Timber Huntingdon. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with merchanting experience who enjoys being involved in all aspects of branch operations and is ready to take the next step in their career.
Working closely with the Branch Manager, you’ll help drive the day-to-day running of a busy branch — supporting the team, building strong customer relationships, and helping maintain the high standards our customers expect. This is a varied, hands-on role within a supportive team environment, with genuine scope to grow as the business continues to develop.
What you’ll be doing
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Supporting the day-to-day running of the branch
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Assisting with team leadership and branch coordination
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Helping manage stock control, purchasing, and transport operations
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Building strong relationships with customers and supporting sales growth
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Maintaining high standards of customer service across the branch
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Supporting health & safety compliance and company procedures
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Assisting with branch administration, banking, and cash reconciliation
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Helping develop and support the wider branch team
What we’re looking for
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Experience within a builders’ merchant environment
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Strong operational awareness and attention to detail
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Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
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A customer-focused and commercially aware mindset
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Good organisational and communication skills
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A proactive, team-first attitude
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Understanding of health & safety procedures within a branch environment
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Eligibility to work in the UK
What we offer
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Hours: 7am-5pm Mon-Fri, 7.30am-12pm alternate Saturdays
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Competitive salary
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Discretionary bonus scheme
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23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
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Staff discount
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Long-term career opportunities within Lords Group
If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact, develop your leadership skills, and be part of an ambitious and growing business, we’d love to hear from you.
Company Description
Lords Builders Merchants has been serving tradespeople, homeowners and local communities across London and the Home Counties for over 40 years. Built on strong customer relationships, local expertise and dependable service, we have grown into a trusted name in building supplies. As part of Lords Group Trading, we combine the heritage of an established business with the ambition, energy and opportunity of a growing Group.
We are proud to create an inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds and experiences are welcomed, valued and encouraged to succeed. If you are looking to join a business where you can contribute, develop and be part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
