Job Title: General Manager – Joinery
Location: At the company’s workshop in Bethnal Green E2, with site visits, and potential for some home working also
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 per annum + Performance Bonus
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 40 Hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
About the Company:
Established in 2021 Benjamin’s Workshop Ltd is a dynamic and growing bespoke cabinetry joinery company based in Bethnal Green E2. In three years the company has grown a full-time team of 1 to 10, and has swiftly become established amongst the most in-demand workshops in East London.
The company provides bespoke fitted furniture to residential and commercial projects across London. Primarily we supply kitchens, wardrobes, commercial cabinetry as well as other bespoke joinery items. Our client base consists of professionals; established designers, main contractors – as well as high end users.
The team includes Managing Director, General Manager, CAD designer, Head Joiner, Workshop Team of 5, and also Accounts.
About the role:
In a nutshell:
General Manager will play a crucial role at Benjamin’s Workshop as we navigate a period of continued growth over the coming year; welcoming new team members, undertaking larger, more complex and higher value projects.
You will form an important management partnership with Head Joiner and together will manage the delivery of all aspects of our joinery offer.
It is a diverse and exciting role for a highly organised and motivated candidate.
The key areas of responsibility are as follows:
- Project Management and Scheduling – Manage and co-ordinate the team and external collaborators to ensure smooth delivery of the company’s joinery production, finishing and installations.
- Pricing – Provide clients with quotes, follow up, secure sales.
- Finance and General Administration – Organise financial paperwork for clients. Provide financial information to accounting team. Manage the back office. Provide first point of contact for general queries.
- Team Management and HR – Provide management contact for team. Take a leading role in team meetings. Attend and input at annual appraisals. Encourage team communication and collaboration.
Skills and attributes Required:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly motivated with the drive to meet the challenges of a growing company
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Deep understanding of joinery production
- Experienced in project management and logistics
- Pricing and sales experience
- Ability to read architectural drawings, and extract info required
- Excellent numerical skills and high standard of ability on spreadsheet software
- Methodical, detail-oriented person
- Superb customer service skills
- Friendly demeanour and positive, problem-solving, attitude
Benefits:
- 28 Days Holiday Per Year
- Performance bonus
- Team social events
- Become a valued member of staff with a friendly and growing company
- Potential to evolve role and increase responsibility
- Equity scheme
If you’re interested in joining our passionate, hard-working team apply today!
Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; General Manager; Assistant General Manager; Deputy General Manager; Operations Manager; Assistant Operations Manager; Operations General Manager; Deputy Operations Manager, Joinery Manager, Joinery Supervisor, Workshop Manager, Logistics Manager, Joinery Production may also be considered for this role.
