Assistant Depot Manager

Howden Joinery Group plc; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen supplier is seeking an Assistant Depot Manager to support daily operations and help grow sales in a competitive environment. Ideal candidates will have management experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for customer service. Extensive training will prepare you for future progression as a Depot Manager.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Monthly depot bonus OTE

Team incentives and outings

Competitive Pension Plan with up to 12% company contribution

24 days holiday, increasing to 26 days after 5 years

Staff discount on Howdens products

Buy as you earn share scheme

Qualifications

• Previous management experience in a retail environment is essential.
• Ability to lead by example and motivate a team.
• A strong focus on sales and customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Depot Manager with daily operations and P&L reviews.
• Motivate the team to exceed sales targets and build strong relationships.
• Participate in recruitment and training initiatives.

Skills

Management experience

Inspirational leader

Sales focused

Problem-solving skills

Target-driven

Effective communicator

Ambition and drive

Customer service

Thrive in fast-paced environments

Job description

Howdens Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom

Howdens Northamptonshire, England, 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. The support you offer your Depot Manager can range from reviewing the P&L to recruiting, leading by example, and motivating the team in order to achieve and exceed sales targets by building strong working relationships with the local trade.

The pace is fast, and the environment is competitive and demanding but also incredibly rewarding financially and in our strong sense of team spirit that makes us different from the rest.

This is a fantastic environment for you to soak up everything there is to know about becoming a Depot Manager in the future, and if you pair that with our extensive online and face-to-face training that we offer, you will have the skills and knowledge needed to be a successful Asisstant Depot Manager and one day manage your own depot.

Skills and attributes you need to be a successful Assistant Depot Manager:

• Management experience
• Inspirational leader
• Sales focused
• Problem-solving skills
• Target-driven
• Effective communicator
• Ambition and drive
• Customer service
• Thrive in fast-paced environments
  
  

What you get from us as an Assistant Depot Manager:

• Competitive base salary
• Monthly depot bonus OTE
• Team incentives and outings
• Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%.
• 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Buy as you earn share scheme
  
  

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How To Apply

When you apply, you will need to attach a CV. If this is your first time applying for a role with us, you will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account. Good luck with your application.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [e-mail] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials, Retail, and Design Services

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