Tool Hire Manager

Overview

Jewson, a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, is on the hunt for a Tool Hire Manager to lead and drive the Tool Hire Department in our Basingstoke branch.

We provide a fulfilling and enjoyable work environment with ample opportunities for career growth, along with a competitive salary, staff discount, life assurance, and 34 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).

• Manage the Tool Hire operation in branch - develop tool hire product knowledge & competence across all branch colleagues, giving regular and timely constructive feedback on performance
• Lead by example in developing strong relationships through regular customer interaction, supporting the team to maximise growth through pro-active cross selling to achieve Tool Hire targets
• Use our in-house systems to process hires, organise deliveries, manage stock control and keep customers updated throughout their journey
• Maintain full compliance with company policies and procedures, especially in relation to Health & Safety
• Ensure inventory and availability levels are appropriate to meet customer needs, collaborating across the local network
• When required, deliver and collect customer orders in a timely manner, ensuring orders are accurate and all equipment is secured and loaded/offloaded safely in accordance with company procedures

• Manual UK driving license, held for a minimum of 1 year, with no more than 6 points
• Previous industry experience would be beneficial but not essential
• Experience in a customer facing, sales focused role
• Confident in leading and developing a team

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
• A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2
  
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• Access to a wealth of health and wellbeing services including access to online GP appointments and mental health support
• Generous employee discounts
• Access to discounts with hundreds of your favourite high street and online retailers
• Retirement savings plan
• Life assurance
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave for anyone expecting or adopting a child

At Jewson, we re proud to be part of STARK Building Materials UK and dedicated to providing top-quality products and exceptional service to our customers. We re a friendly and collaborative team, passionate about what we do and committed to doing it well.

If you re ready to take your career to the next level and join a team that is dedicated to providing great service, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

If your application is successful, our in-house recruitment team will be in touch to arrange an interview and to answer any initial questions you have.