Branch Manager - Car rental

Teamworx are delighted to be recruiting for a Branch manager for their client based in Athlone.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary & Bonus
  


• Co. Car
  


• 23 Holidays
  


• Pension- 1.5% Matched scheme.
  


• Life Assurance x 2 basic salary
  


• Health Care Scheme
  


• Employee Assistance Programme
  


• Staff Discounts
  


• Excellent Training/Development and progression opportunities
  


• Bike to Work Scheme
  

The ideal candidate should have a third level qualification and at least two years management experience in  B2B sales ( Car Rental or sales an advantage) or five years management experience in a similar Industry. We are looking for an energetic motivational leader who can drive our team to new heights. 

Responsibilities:

• Assess local market conditions, identify current and prospective sales opportunities and develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans for the branch
  


• Direct all operational aspects of the branch to include operations, customer service, human resources, administration and sales in a manner that supports reaching the profitability goals.
  


• Ensure that all areas of work performance or departments are properly staffed and directed with particular emphasis on continuous improvement.
  


• Manage Customer Service at Branch to very specific agreed targets.
  


• Liaise with Frontline Manager to ensure all agreed targets/goal settings are met
  


• Oversee on site valeting and meet agreed auditing standards and monthly reporting to include damage recovery, car cleanliness, Fuel accounting.
  


• Provide training, coaching, development and motivation to bring out the best in each team member
  


• Maintain and enforce HR Policies and Procedures.
  


• Conduct yearly appraisals with all staff members by the deadline required by HR
  


• Assist in developing branch and organisational objectives, and also in formulating policies and budgets
  


• Communicate effectively with other branches and senior managers by sharing information on effective practices, business opportunities and needs
  


• Manage the branch honestly, follow high ethical standards, and comply with all Health & Safety regulations
  


• Ensure the safekeeping of company assets, including equipment, inventory and cash are maintained and monitored daily. Particular emphasis on security and control systems.
  
  

Skills Required:

• Motivated self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced environment
  


• Professional demeanour with “Can Do” attitude
  


• Customer Focused matched to strong commercial Retail sales skills.
  


• Strong leadership, motivation and managerial skills
  


• Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities
  


• Team player who works productively with wide range of people
  


• Demonstrated competency hiring, developing and evaluating employees to achieve corporate and personal objectives
  


• Excellent organisational skills
  


• Demonstrated competency in budgeting, forecasting and planning
  


• Knowledge of Microsoft Office