Branch Manager

Location - Central West NSW

Our client a successful agricultural distributor currently has a vacancy for a branch manager located in the Central West of NSW.

They are seeking a self-motivated individual, with a strong business management and sales focus.
You will be responsible for the total day-to-day operation of the branch with supervision and responsibility for customer service team and all customer service activities including; merchandise sales, Ag Chem + fertiliser sales and agronomic services.

You will need to be a well-rounded and experienced individual, with a solid agribusiness background.
You will meet financial goals for the branch from your ability to develop, implement and review business strategies. This will include preparing;
marketing strategies, sales plans, product plans and business development plans.
You must be self directed, have excellent people management skills with a proven track record in the industry.

In addition, you must be able to demonstrate:

Excellent communication ability, and the capacity to develop and maintain relationships with customers and staff.
Excellent administration, computer and organisational skills and an eye for detail.
Demonstrated supervisory and management experience.
A strong and balanced focus on both customer service and the 'bottom line'.
Proven sales history.
An understanding of, and empathy with the rural community.
Knowledge and understanding of rural merchandise and agribusiness.
Experience in agronomic services, chemicals and fertiliser would be an advantage.
Passion, drive and enthusiasm.
Ability to be part of and manage an enthusiastic team.
Experience in rural retail and management preferred.

An attractive salary in line with experience will be offered to attract candidates of the highest calibre.