Simon Acres Group

Simon Acres Group are working with a well-respected independent builders merchant seeking a qualified HGV Driver with HIAB to join their team at a branch in the Surrey area. Salary: up to 38,000 DOE Working hours: Week 1: Monday to Friday - 07:30 to 17:00 Week 2 : Monday to Friday - 07:30 to 17:00 & Saturdays 08:00 to 12:00 Key responsibilities: Transport building materials to designated sites in a timely and professional manner Ensure safe and accurate delivery of goods to both trade and residential customers Operate HIAB equipment safely to load and unload materials as required Perform daily vehicle checks and routine maintenance inspections Maintain accurate delivery records and logs Assist with loading and unloading goods where necessary Provide excellent customer service and represent the business in a professional manner Adhere to all relevant road traffic laws and company health & safety procedures Ideal Applicant: Holds a valid HGV (Class 2) licence and HIAB certification Proven experience in a similar delivery role, ideally within a builders merchant environment Clean driving record with strong road safety awareness Confident operating HIAB cranes and carrying out manual handling tasks Excellent time management and reliability Strong communication skills and a professional, customer-focused approach Apply now and speak with Tyler to find out more! Simon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for this position.

Head of Retail (Patch - East Anglia, East Midlands, North London) Simon Acres Recruitment are looking for a Head of Retail who will take overall ownership for the performance, profitability, and operational delivery of our client s nationwide showroom portfolio. This senior leadership role is responsible for shaping the direction of the retail estate, setting the strategy, and ensuring showroom sales, customer experience, and brand presentation consistently support long-term business growth. Package Salary: £80,000 - £95,000 DOE Bonus: Up to £15,000 (Capped) Company car Key responsibilities of the Head Of Retail; - End-to-end responsibility for the retail P&L across all showroom locations - Ownership of the retail strategy, including sales growth, market expansion, and operational improvement - Leadership of the senior retail management structure rather than individual store-level management - Senior commercial influence, with regular contribution at board level to wider business strategy Retail Strategy & Growth Develop and execute a long-term retail strategy aligned with our client s goals and market dynamics Set, manage, and deliver sales and profit targets across the entire retail estate Lead budgeting, forecasting, and capital investment planning, including new store openings and refurbishment projects. Analyse market conditions and competitor activity to support commercial decision-making and site acquisition opportunities Commercial Performance Establish clear KPIs for Store and Regional Management teams, ensuring accountability for results Review trading performance, addressing underperformance with structured improvement plans Drive revenue growth through informed decisions around pricing, promotions, stock mix, and conversion performance. Implement margin improvement and cost-control initiatives without compromising customer experience Retail Operations Ensure consistent operational standards, compliance, and best practice across all showroom locations Approve and manage major store changes, including openings, relocations, refurbishments, and closures Champion brand standards and visual merchandising to deliver a high-quality, consistent customer journey Lead the end-to-end process for new store launches, including recruitment and showroom fit-out Leadership & People Development Inspire, develop, and lead senior retail teams, building strong succession and leadership capability, creating a culture of performance, ownership, and collaboration across the retail function Oversee recruitment, development, and performance management for all retail roles Act as a visible senior leader, embedding company values and driving cultural and behavioural change Customer Experience & Brand Champion a customer-first mindset across all showrooms Use customer insight and feedback to shape continuous improvement initiatives Represent the brand as a senior ambassador internally and externally Knowledge & Experience Essential: Significant senior retail leadership experience, ideally operating at Head of Retail or Retail Director level, with demonstrable success in driving growth and transformation across a multi-site retail operation Full P&L accountability with a strong track record of delivering profitability Advanced commercial and financial capability, including management of large budgets Experience presenting to and influencing senior leadership or board-level stakeholders, and strong understanding of retail operations, merchandising, customer experience, and compliance Desirable: Background within furniture or home interiors retail Experience supporting digital change or omnichannel retail strategies Formal leadership or commercial strategy training Essential Attributes: Strategic and visionary, with the ability to translate plans into practical delivery. Commercially focused and driven by measurable results Credible, engaging leader able to influence at senior levels with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical and decision-making capability, and comfortable balancing long-term strategy with short-term commercial priorities Resilient, adaptable, and confident leading change in a fast-paced environment Simon Acres Recruitment is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Trade Counter Sales Assistant Location: Essex Salary: Up to 30,000 (Dependent on Experience) + Generous Bonus Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (44 hours per week) Job Overview We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual to join a well-established merchant team as a Trade Counter Assistant. This role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service and providing essential administrative support in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Trade Counter Assistance: 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. Promote new products, special offers, and seasonal promotions. Handle telephone and email inquiries promptly and professionally. Candidate Requirements: Previous experience in a merchant environment is preferred. Strong customer service and communication skills. Basic knowledge of plumbing and heating products is advantageous. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. A proactive approach and ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Benefits: Generous Bonus Opportunities for career development and advancement. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Pension Scheme and 23 days holiday. Employee discounts on products and services. Financially secure business with excellent staff retention and reputation. Interested? We would love to hear from you! Submit your CV today. For more information, please call Simon Acres Recruitment on (phone number removed)