Branch Manager - Chemical Industry

Branch Manager - Chemical Industry

Oversee end-to-end performance and daily operations of the branch to ensure sales targets and safe warehousing. Cape Town - Airport Industrial Branch, R30 000 - R40 000

About Our Client

Our client is involved in the chemical industry and operates a branch in Airport Industrial. The business focuses on sales, warehousing, and the handling and decanting of chemical products.

The Role: Branch Manager

The main focus areas include strategic leadership, sales excellence, operational governance, and financial risk control.

• Lead and manage the branch team across sales, warehousing, admin, and maintenance functions.
• Maximize revenue and GP control to meet or exceed regional targets.
• Manage the inventory lifecycle including stock levels, transfers, and identifying expiry risks.
• Execute financial administration tasks including banking, petty cash, and debtor age analysis.
• Enforce HSE compliance specifically regarding safe chemical handling and decanting.
• Supervise logistics including delivery scheduling, fleet checklists, and distribution.
• Lead monthly stocktakes while investigating and resolving all variances.
• Maintain facility standards by ensuring CCTV, alarms, and fire safety equipment are operational.

• Minimum Matric certificate.
• Proven experience in a similar field of application.
• Well-spoken and professional with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Exceptional time management and resource allocation skills.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Chemical industry knowledge is highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in Pastel or similar ERP systems is an advantage.