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Assistant Depot Manager

Howdens Joinery Co.

Weybridge

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GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading kitchen supplier is seeking an Assistant Depot Manager in Weybridge. In this role, you will support the Depot Manager with daily operations and identify opportunities to increase sales. The ideal candidate will have management experience and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and extensive training opportunities within a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Monthly depot bonus OTE

Team incentives and outings

Competitive Pension Plan

24 days holiday rising to 26

Staff discount on products

Buy as you earn share scheme

Qualifications

Experience in a managerial role is required.

Responsibilities

Support the Depot Manager in daily operations.
Identify opportunities to grow sales.
Motivate and lead the team to exceed targets.

Skills

Management experience

Inspirational leader

Sales focused

Problem-solving skills

Target-driven

Effective communicator

Ambition and drive

Customer service

Thrive in fast-paced environments

Tools

Logistics & Procurement

Inventory Management

Assistant Depot Manager

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 Assistant 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 UKs 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 460000 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 are 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 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.

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills