About the position
A leading supplier of high-quality equipment to the engineering, welding, and mining sectors is seeking an experienced and results-driven Branch Manager to lead its Rustenburg branch.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader with solid operational, sales, and people management experience to oversee all branch activities and drive business growth.
Sales & Business Development
- Drive branch sales performance and achieve monthly/annual targets
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships
- Identify new business opportunities and expand market share
- Prepare quotations, negotiate deals, and manage tenders
- Monitor competitor activity and market trends
- Lead marketing initiatives and branch promotions
Operations Management
- Oversee day-to-day branch operations
- Manage stock control, stores, rentals, and gas operations
- Ensure stock availability and efficient inventory levels
- Improve operational processes and service delivery
- Maintain branch facilities, assets, and equipment
Financial Management
- Manage branch budgets and expenses
- Monitor gross profit margins and financial performance
- Oversee debtors and creditors processes
- Ensure accurate cash handling, petty cash, and reporting
- Prepare forecasts and business plans
Staff Management
- Lead, motivate, train, and develop branch employees
- Manage performance, KPIs, and disciplinary processes
- Assist with recruitment and onboarding
- Promote a positive, high-performance culture
Logistics & Compliance
- Oversee fleet management and vehicle compliance
- Ensure Health & Safety standards are maintained
- Maintain legal and regulatory compliance
Minimum Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Relevant tertiary qualification advantageous
- Minimum 8–10 years’ management experience in sales, operations, or branch management
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Proven sales track record
- Excellent organisational and planning ability
- Strong financial understanding
- Good communication and negotiation skills
- Computer literate (MS Office)
- Able to work under pressure and long hours when required
Ideal Candidate Will Be:
- Target-driven and commercially minded
- Customer focused
- Highly organised and disciplined
- Positive, energetic, and professional
- Trustworthy with strong business ethics
- Able to build long-term client relationships
Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.
Desired Skills:
- branch manager
- Finance
- Budgets
