Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) is a leading distributor of passenger and commercial vehicle parts to the independent automotive aftermarket in Europe. It operates in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Poland, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Netherlands and more recently Ireland.
The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (GPC), the largest worldwide automotive parts distributor with activities in North America, Europe, and Australasia. AAG’s network serves thousands of customers across Europe supported by a logistics infrastructure of 80 Distribution Centers, 2 Stores, as well as 7 Repair Centers.
Due to our growth and expansion within our motor factor network, we are looking for a Branch Operations Manager to join our team at NAPA Auto Parts (Carparts Warehouse) in Galway.
This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, highly motivated automotive professionals to help establish and expand our brand in Ireland. Join us on our journey and share in our success as we continue to establish ourselves as a market leader in Ireland, Europe, and worldwide.
As Branch Operations Manager, your focus will be on supporting the branch manager and team in maximizing sales and operational efficiency whilst ensuring first-class service to all our customers.
The ideal candidate will already be working in the automotive industry or another trade counter environment.
Responsibilities:
* Achieving branch sales, margin and targets, ensuring a first-class service to all our customers.
* Manage the daily operations at your branch including the warehouse and our customer delivery team.
* Maximize the efficiencies of the branch at every opportunity to achieve your branch K.P.I’s.
* Inventory control, manage customer & supplier returns, stock takes & audit.
* Manage local fleet requirements.
* Deliver high standards of health and safety.
* Manage cash handling, assist with the control of local customer accounts and debts.
* Implement and maintain policies and procedures.
* Communicate key aims and objectives to your team.
* Be self-driven and enjoy working as a team to achieve results.
To be successful in this role:
* Ability to manage and motivate a team to achieve objectives.
* Ability to communicate at all levels.
* Experience in building and maintaining customer relationships.
* Experience with using online and Windows-based cataloguing systems and portals.
* Ability to lead from the front and create a team environment.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Sales focused with a can-do attitude.
* Ability to multitask and distinguish between urgent and important tasks.
* Knowledge of the local areas and customer base is desired (but not essential).
In return we offer:
* Full training and induction into AAG procedures, policies and systems.
* An opportunity to join a global brand and market leader.
* Competitive salary and excellent bonus potential.
* Structured career paths and bespoke training.
* A great team environment & friendly approachable management.
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