Branch Manager | Repco Rangiora

Great company culture & plenty of opportunity to progress   Run a dual format business - Automotive retail & trade   Vehicle, phone, tools of the trade     Repco   is a well-known and highly respected   bra nd within the automotive industry. As we continue to grow, there is no better time to join us and take your career up a gear. We provide fantastic training and support to our staff, and   you'll   work with an experience and knowledgeable team.   Why our team loves working for   Repco :   Recognition programs and team incentives for your performance   An inclusive team environment: our team are   important members   of GPC   Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential   Attractive team member pricing across all GPC AP businesses   We proactively support our working parents in a variety of meaningful ways, and our parental leave top-up allowance is one of the ways we do this   Paid volunteer leave allowing you to give back to your chosen charity/community organisation   The opportunity to join a progressive global company that continually strives to remain the number one in the automotive aftermarket   About the role:   In this role you will report to the Area Manager and will   be responsible for   the management of the Repco team, overseeing all   bra nc h   operations and the business profitability. As a dual format business looking after both Trade and Retail customers you will need to have a flair for business, managing sales targets,   budgets   and new initiatives, whilst also being the key point of contact for both customers and team member.     Specific duties include:   Managing the store to increase sales and improve EBIT   Ensuring the store is highly competitive and attractive in the market   Developing staff to deliver exceptional customer service and product knowledge   Building strong relationships with customers to ensure continued market leadership   Contribute to the profitability,   growth   and return on investment of the company by developing and implementing strategic initiatives   Ensure the   bra nc h   safety standards adhere to OHSE policies,   procedures   and legislative requirements, through effective communication with the team and an active approach to hazard identification and risk management   Creating a supportive and motivating environment for your team to learn and develop their skills and knowledge, whilst clearly understanding their role and accountabilities   Effectively manage inventory to minimise costs to the business and maximise efficiencies.   Are safety leaders, constantly striving to provide the safest work environment for themselves,   team   and customers.   Note, this role will require lifting, bending,   climbin g & safe driving     Who   we’re   looking for:   Previous   experience in a management position, with accountability for profit and loss statements   5+   years experience   within the automotive industry   Passionate,   sociable   and engaging personality who will drive our staff to succeed   Proven experience developing relationships with a range of stakeholders   Strong business acumen in both sales and reporting   Excellent attention to detail.     GPC Asia Pacific   Movement is in our DNA. We are GPC Asia Pacific: one of the largest industrial and automotive aftermarket parts and service suppliers in Australia,   New Zealand   and   Southeast   Asia. Our iconic   bra nds include Repco, NAPA, McLeod Accessories and Motion Industries.   Yet we are more than just a parts and service company. We propel people forward.   With over 8000 team members in Asia Pacific, and 60k+ globally, being part of Genuine Parts Company   won’t   leave you standing still. Reach is key to our success. Learn more about our business online at www.gpcasiapac.com     Send your CV to our Careers Team by clicking APPLY!   Not the right