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Job Title: General Manager
Location: Benjamin's Workshop, London E2
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, based on experience.
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 40 Hours per week
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 12, and has swiftly become established amongst the most in-demand workshops in 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, Designer, Head Joiner, Workshop team x 4, Installation team, Sprayer, Workshop Assistant and Accounts.
About the role:
In a nutshell:
General Manager is a crucial role at Benjamin's Workshop, as we consolidate and continue our growth. It is a diverse and exciting position for a highly organised and motivated candidate.
The General Manager controls the company's core operational and back-office functions. Proactive and skilful delivery of our installations, workshop facility, sales, HR and administration creates the context in which the rest of the team can deliver their very best work. The General Manager's high-level competence and attention to detail creates the conditions for us to fulfil our mission and create joinery for perfect projects.
The successful candidate will form an important partnership with our Head Joiner, and Designer. Between them this team are responsible for all aspects of our joinery offer.
The key areas of responsibility are as follows:
- Installation Management - Lead on communication and logistics around the company's installations. Day to day management of the install team.
- Workshop Management - Oversee smooth running of the facility. Day to day management of sprayer and workshop assistant.
- Pricing and Sales - Respond to project enquiries and prepare quotes for MD sign off. Distribute quotes and deal with queries arising. Secure sales. Complete project administration.
- General and Financial Administration - Provide first point of contact for general queries. Organise financial paperwork for clients. Complete internal financial reporting. Provide financial information to the accounting team.
- HR and team support - Provide management contact for team for HR issues. Take a leading role in team meetings. Attend and input at annual appraisals. Encourage team communication and collaboration.
Skills and attributes Required:
- Proactive individual
- High level of personal organisation
- Ability to manage a number of responsibilities in a calm and productive manner
- Confident and skilful manager
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good understanding of joinery production
- Ability to read architectural and workshop drawings, and extract info required
- Experienced in joinery installation and logistics
- Experienced in joinery pricing and sales
- Understanding of joinery finishing techniques, process and materials
- Excellent numerical skills and high standard of ability on spreadsheet software
- Methodical, detail-oriented person
- Superb customer service skills
- Friendly demeanor and positive, problem-solving, attitude
Benefits:
- 28 Days Holiday Per Year
- Performance bonus
- Equity scheme
- Team social events
- Become a valued member of staff with a friendly and growing company
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.
