Simon Acres Recruitment

Branch Manager Location: Oxfordshire Salary: Around £45,000 (negotiable and DOE) + Generous Bonus Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent position. About the Client Simon Acres Group LTD are representing a well established and successful Plumbing and Heating Merchant. This is an exciting opportunity to run your own branch, build your team and take on a fantastic new challenge. About the Role This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to lead a successful branch. You'll play a key role in building the team, shaping the branch's culture, and driving its growth and success from day one. Key Responsibilities: Lead the success of the branch, ensuring all operational, staffing, and commercial elements are in place. Drive sales growth and profitability through effective customer relationship management and proactive business development. Oversee day-to-day branch operations, ensuring compliance with company policies, health & safety standards, and operational efficiency. Build strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and local customers to establish the branch as a trusted partner in the area. Monitor financial performance, budgets, and stock control to maximise margins and maintain sustainable growth. Promote the company's values, culture, and commitment to quality in all aspects of branch activity. Requirements / Skills: Proven experience in a management role within a Plumbers merchant or Building merchant. Strong commercial acumen with a solid understanding of P&L management and budgeting. Demonstrable experience in stock management, purchasing, and maintaining effective supplier relationships. A track record of driving sales performance and achieving branch or regional targets within a wholesale or trade setting. Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to build, motivate, and develop a new team. Strong customer focus with the ability to build long-term relationships with trade and retail clients. Good IT and systems literacy, with the ability to use internal systems and reporting tools effectively. Desirable: Knowledge of Plumbing and Heating products. What's on Offer: The company offers an attractive salary package and is prepared to go above market rate for the right candidate. A performance-based bonus scheme that rewards success and branch growth. The opportunity to take full ownership of a new branch and play a key role in its long-term success within a leading independent builders' merchant group. Backing from an experienced senior management team with the resources and reputation of a well-established business. A genuine chance to shape the branch, build your own team, and make a lasting impact from day one. How to Apply This position is being handled by Simon Acres Group LTD .

Trade Sales Manager Location: North Kent Salary: Up to £37,000 DOE + Generous Bonus Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Client Simon Acres Group LTD are representing a well established and successful Plumbers Merchant. This is an exciting role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to be a part of a highly successful branch, driving its growth and success. Key Responsibilities: Provide excellent customer service, assisting customers with product selection and inquiries. Accurately process sales transactions and manage account-related queries. Build and maintain strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business. Entertain customers (Weekend potential) Promote new products, special offers, and seasonal promotions. Handle telephone and email inquiries promptly and professionally. Assist in the warehouse as required. Assist with deliveries as required. Requirements / Skills: Previous experience in a plumbers environment is preferred. Strong customer service and communication skills. Basic knowledge of plumbing and heating products is advantageous. Proficiency in using sales and inventory management software. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. A proactive approach and ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. What's on Offer: Competitive Salary: Negotiable based on experience. Generous Bonus Scheme: Recognising and rewarding your contribution. Opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Work in a well-established business with a strong reputation for staff and customer satisfaction. Pension scheme and other benefits. How to Apply Simon Acres Group LTD are acting as the employment agency for this position.

Showroom Manager Location: Cheshire Salary: Around £34,000 (Negotiable DOE) + Generous bonus Employment Type: Full-time - Permanent About the Client Simon Acres Group LTD are representing a well-established, successful, and highly respected merchant with an excellent reputation and strong staff retention. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a busy and well-presented bathroom showroom, playing a key role in driving showroom sales, customer satisfaction, and overall commercial performance. About the Role This is a varied, customer-focused position centred on the day-to-day management of a bathroom showroom. You will be responsible for creating an engaging showroom environment, delivering an outstanding customer journey, and converting enquiries into sales. Acting as the main point of contact for retail and trade customers, you will provide expert product advice, design guidance, and accurate quotations, while proactively driving sales through effective merchandising, promotions, and relationship building. The role offers excellent scope for development within a successful independent merchant business, with a strong emphasis on showroom standards, sales growth, and customer experience rather than people management. Key Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of your showroom, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment for customers. Proactively engage with both trade professionals and retail customers to understand their needs and preferences, offering suitable product solutions and utilise CAD software to create detailed Bathroom designs and layouts, helping customers visualise their projects. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure product availability and stay updated on industry trends. Drive sales growth by implementing effective sales strategies and promotional activities. Take a proactive approach to bringing in new business, including generating leads. Requirements / Skills: A proven track record of working in a targeted environment and achieving or exceeding this. 1 year + experience creating Bathroom designs and layouts. Proactive mindset with a drive to identify and pursue new business opportunities. What's on Offer: Competitive salary of around £34,000 per year DOE. Generous Bonus. Opportunities for career development and advancement. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Employee discounts on products and services. Financially secure business with excellent staff retention and reputation.

Showroom Manager Location: Surrey Salary: Around £35,000 (Negotiable DOE) + Generous bonus Employment Type: Full-time - Permanent About the Client Simon Acres Group LTD are representing a well-established, successful, and highly respected merchant with an excellent reputation and strong staff retention. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a busy and well-presented bathroom showroom, playing a key role in driving showroom sales, customer satisfaction, and overall commercial performance. About the Role This is a varied, customer-focused position centred on the day-to-day management of a bathroom showroom. You will be responsible for creating an engaging showroom environment, delivering an outstanding customer journey, and converting enquiries into sales. Acting as the main point of contact for retail and trade customers, you will provide expert product advice, design guidance, and accurate quotations, while proactively driving sales through effective merchandising, promotions, and relationship building. The role offers excellent scope for development within a successful independent merchant business, with a strong emphasis on showroom standards, sales growth, and customer experience rather than people management. Key Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day operations of your showroom, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment for customers. Proactively engage with both trade professionals and retail customers to understand their needs and preferences, offering suitable product solutions and utilise CAD software to create detailed Bathroom designs and layouts, helping customers visualise their projects. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure product availability and stay updated on industry trends. Drive sales growth by implementing effective sales strategies and promotional activities. Take a proactive approach to bringing in new business, including generating leads. Requirements / Skills: A proven track record of working in a targeted environment and achieving or exceeding this. 1 year + experience creating Bathroom designs and layouts. Proactive mindset with a drive to identify and pursue new business opportunities. What's on Offer: Competitive salary of around £35,000 per year, DOE. Generous Bonus. Opportunities for career development and advancement. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Employee discounts on products and services. Financially secure business with excellent staff retention and reputation. How to Apply If the above sounds like yourself, please apply via the website or contact Lewis Morrish Simon Acres Group LTD are acting as the employment agency for this position.

Location: Nationwide (UK & Scotland) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Progression Opportunities Simon Acres Group are working in partnership with a number of leading Plumbing & Heating Merchants across the UK and Scotland , and we're currently looking to speak with anyone working within the sector who may be open to hearing about new opportunities. This is not a specific vacancy - instead, we're inviting experienced professionals for a confidential career conversation with Lewis Morrish, National Account Manager , to discuss current and upcoming roles that match your experience and career goals. Lewis has a proven track record of successfully placing speculative candidates into senior and operational roles across the industry. In many cases, he has introduced high-calibre professionals where no live vacancy existed , leading to brand-new roles being created specifically for them. This approach allows talented individuals to access opportunities that are never advertised , giving them a genuine competitive advantage and fast-tracking their career progression within leading merchant businesses. Who We'd Love to Speak To: We're keen to connect with professionals across all areas of a plumbers' merchant , including: Delivery Drivers Warehouse Operatives / Yard Staff Trade Counter Assistants Internal Sales / Account Managers Showroom Consultants Bathroom Designers looking to progress into Showroom Management Showroom Managers Assistant Branch Managers Branch Managers Plumbing & Heating Sales roles within Builders' Merchants Whether you're happy where you are but curious about what else is out there, or actively considering your next move, we'd love to talk. Why Register? We partner with merchants offering: Above market salaries Excellent bonus schemes Genuine career progression opportunities Strong company culture & stability Opportunities with independent merchants and national groups Roles across sales, operations, showroom & management We'll only ever put you forward for roles that genuinely align with what you want . Confidential Career Chat All conversations are 100% confidential . No pressure. No obligation. Just honest career advice and access to roles you won't always see advertised. Apply / Register Your Interest To arrange a confidential chat with Lewis Morrish , please apply with your CV and a quick cover note.

Internal Sales Location: Greater Manchester Salary: Up to £33,000 DOE + Generous Bonus Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Client Simon Acres Group LTD are representing a well established and successful Plumbers Merchant. This is an exciting role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to be a part of a highly successful branch, driving its growth and success. Key Responsibilities: Provide excellent customer service, assisting customers with product selection and inquiries. Accurately process sales transactions and manage account-related queries. Build and maintain strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business. Entertain customers (Weekend potential) Promote new products, special offers, and seasonal promotions. Handle telephone and email inquiries promptly and professionally. Assist in the warehouse as required. Assist with deliveries as required. Requirements / Skills: Previous experience in a plumbers environment is preferred. Strong customer service and communication skills. Basic knowledge of plumbing and heating products is advantageous. Proficiency in using sales and inventory management software. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. A proactive approach and ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. What's on Offer: Competitive Salary: Negotiable based on experience. Generous Bonus Scheme: Recognising and rewarding your contribution. Opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Work in a well-established business with a strong reputation for staff and customer satisfaction. Pension scheme and other benefits.