Branch / Depot Manager

Glen Callum Associates Ltd; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a dynamic Branch / Depot Manager for their key distribution site in the UK. This hands-on role requires proven leadership in the automotive aftermarket, with a focus on operational efficiency and profitability. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £45K, with additional bonuses and a people-first culture that supports career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Life Assurance

Free On Site Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a branch, depot, or high-volume distribution operation.
• Background in automotive aftermarket, parts distribution, or logistics.
• A hands-on leader with a track record of improving performance and driving growth.

Responsibilities

• Review and refine workflows, implement smarter systems, and reduce waste.
• Own your branch P&L, drive margins, and deliver strong commercial results.
• Ensure top-tier service for trade and retail customers.

Skills

Leadership

Operational efficiency

Profit and loss management

Team development

Customer experience

Job description

Overview

Branch / Depot Manager - Automotive Aftermarket

Lead from the Front. Drive Results. Power the Automotive Aftermarket.

We're seeking a dynamic and hands-on Branch / Depot Manager to take full ownership of one of our key distribution sites. If you're a natural leader with a passion for maximising profitability, streamlining operations, and developing high-performing teams, this is your chance to step into a rewarding leadership role with a market-leading global brand in the automotive aftermarket industry.

This is not just a desk-bound role — you'll be on the floor, leading by example, solving problems, and implementing strategies that directly impact performance and profit. From logistics and stock flow to customer service and team development, your decisions will shape the success of your branch.

Location - Shefford, Bedworth, Letchworth, Milton Keynes, St Albans, Cambridge

Salary - Up to £45K basic - Bonus - 25 days Hols (inc BH 32 days total) - Pension - Employee Assistance Program - Life Assurance - Free On Site Parking - Mon to Fri NO weekend

What You'll Be Driving

• Operational Efficiency - Review and refine workflows, implement smarter systems, and reduce waste
• Profitability - Own your branch P&L, drive margins, and deliver strong commercial results
• Team Leadership - Motivate, coach, and empower your team to exceed expectations
• Stock & Systems Management - Oversee inventory, ensure accuracy, and improve stock turnover
• Customer Experience - Ensure top-tier service for trade and retail customers

Who You Are

• Proven experience managing a branch, depot, or high-volume distribution operation
• Background in automotive aftermarket, parts distribution, or logistics
• A hands-on leader with a track record of improving performance and driving growth
• Skilled in stock control, health & safety, team development, and KPI management
• A commercially minded operator with a strong focus on efficiency, service, and profit

Why Join Us

• Be part of a forward-thinking global brand with genuine career progression
• Make your mark in a critical leadership role with autonomy and accountability
• Work in a people-first culture that rewards results and invests in its leaders
• Enjoy work-life balance with no weekend shifts

Apply in Confidence

Send your CV to Robert Cox, Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates Ltd - Or call 07398 204832 for a confidential discussion

Job Ref: 4265RCC - Branch / Depot Manager