Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) is a leading distributor of passenger and commercial vehicle parts to the independent automotive aftermarket in Europe.
It operates in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Poland, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Netherlands and more recently Ireland.
The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (GPC), the largest worldwide automotive parts distributor with activities in North America, Europe, and Australasia.
AAGs network is serving thousands of customers across Europe supported by a logistics infrastructure of 80 Distribution Centers, 2,455 Stores as well as 7,590 Repair Centers.
Due to our growth and expansion within our motor factor network, we are looking for an Assistant Branch Manager to join our team at NAPA Auto Parts (Auto Parts) in Finglas.
Having recently entered the Irish market this an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, highly motivated automotive professionals to help establish and expand our brand in Ireland.
An opportunity to be a part of our journey and share in our success as we continue to establish ourselves as a market leader in Ireland, Europe and worldwide.
As an Assistant Branch Manager your focus will be on supporting the branch manager and team in maximizing sales and operational efficiency whilst ensuring first-class service to all our customers.
The ideal candidate will already be working in the automotive industry or another trade counter environment.
Responsibilities: Assistant Branch Manager will support and be responsible for the following: Achieving branch sales, margin and targets, ensuring a first-class service to all our customers.
Manage the daily operations at your branch including the warehouse and our customer delivery team Maximise the efficiencies of the branch at every opportunity to achieve your branch K.P.Is Inventory control, manage customer & supplier returns, stock takes & audit Manage local fleet requirements Deliver high standards of health and safety Manage cash handling, assist with the control local customer accounts and debts Implementing and maintaining policies and procedures.
Communication to your team, key aims and objectives.
You must be self-driven and enjoy working as a team to achieve results.
To be successful in this role: Ability to manage and motivate a team to achieve objectives.
Ability to communicate at all levels.
Experience in building and maintaining customer relationships.
Experience with using online and windows based cataloguing systems and portals Ability to lead from the front and create a team environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Sales focused with a can-do attitude.
Ability to multitask and distinguish between urgent and important tasks.
Knowledge of the local areas and customer base would be a desired.
(but not essential).
In return we offer: Fully training and induction into AAG procedures, policies and systems An opportunity to join a global brand and market leader.
Competitive salary and excellent bonus potential Structured career paths and bespoke training A great team environment & friendly approachable management.
Skills: Vehicle Parts Management Customer Service