Assistant Depot Manager

Howdens; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trade kitchen supplier seeks an Assistant Depot Manager in Ballymena. This role involves supporting the Depot Manager, driving sales, and leading a motivated team. Extensive training is provided for future management roles in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Monthly depot bonus (OTE)

Team incentives and outings

Competitive pension plan (up to 12% contribution)

24 days holiday, rising to 26 after 5 years

Staff discount on Howdens products

Buy as you earn share scheme

Responsibilities

• Support Depot Manager with daily operations.
• Identify new opportunities to grow sales.
• Review P&L and lead the team to exceed sales targets.

Skills

Management experience

Inspirational leadership

Sales focus

Problem-solving skills

Target-driven

Effective communication

Ambition and drive

Customer service skills

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

Job description

Howdens Ballymena, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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As an Assistant Depot Manager, you will support your Depot Manager with the day-to-day running of the depot, and you will always identify and suggest new opportunities to grow sales. Your responsibilities include reviewing the P&L, recruiting, leading by example, and motivating the team to achieve and exceed sales targets by building strong relationships with the local trade.

The environment is fast-paced, competitive, and demanding but also financially rewarding with a strong team spirit. This role offers a great opportunity to learn about becoming a Depot Manager, supported by extensive online and face-to-face training to develop your skills and knowledge for future management roles.

Skills and attributes needed:

• Management experience
• Inspirational leadership
• Sales focus
• Problem-solving skills
• Target-driven
• Effective communication
• Ambition and drive
• Customer service skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Monthly depot bonus (OTE)
• Team incentives and outings
• Competitive pension plan (up to 12% contribution)
• 24 days holiday, rising to 26 after 5 years
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Buy as you earn share scheme

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s leading trade kitchen supplier, with over 900 depots across the UK and Europe, serving more than 460,000 trade professionals. Last year, sales reached approximately £2.3 billion. We foster an entrepreneurial environment with opportunities for growth, supported by competitive salaries, development, and rewards. We are recognized as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

Attach a CV when applying. New applicants must activate their account via email. We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and can accommodate adjustments if needed—please contact [e-mail].

Note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not offer sponsorship for this role.