Depot Manager

Michael Page; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Pension and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Depot Manager based in Hayes for its growing distribution operation. You will oversee the site's performance across warehousing and transport, ensuring efficient delivery and compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has strong operational leadership from FMCG environments and proven management skills. A competitive salary of £40k, performance-related bonuses, and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven operational or depot management experience, ideally in multi-drop logistics, food distribution, or chilled supply chain.
• Strong leadership skills with the capability to motivate and develop large teams.
• Solid understanding of transport and warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day depot operations ensuring service levels and productivity targets are met.
• Manage warehouse and transport teams fostering a high-performance culture.
• Drive health & safety compliance and ensure regulatory standards are met.

Skills

Operational leadership experience

Strong leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Transport and warehouse operations knowledge

Job description

Client Details

Our client is a well-established and growing distribution‑led organisation operating within the fresh produce sector. With a strong reputation for quality, service, and operational excellence, the business is undergoing continued expansion and is seeking an experienced Depot Manager to lead its Hayes‑based operation.

Description

As Depot Manager, you will take full ownership of the site's operational performance, ensuring efficient, compliant, and customer-focused delivery across warehousing, transport, and team leadership functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading day‑to‑day depot operations, ensuring service levels, cost control, and productivity targets are consistently achieved
• Managing warehouse and transport teams, fostering a high‑performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement
• Overseeing stock management, inventory accuracy, and waste reduction within a fresh/temperature‑controlled environment
• Driving health & safety compliance, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards
• Optimising fleet utilisation and route planning in coordination with logistics teams
• Managing budgets, P&L responsibility, and identifying cost‑saving opportunities
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers
• Leading, coaching, and developing a team of supervisors and operatives to support succession planning

Profile

The ideal candidate will bring strong operational leadership experience from a fast‑paced distribution or FMCG environment.

You will demonstrate:

• Proven operational or depot management experience, ideally in multi‑drop logistics, food distribution or chilled supply chain
• Background in food, fresh produce, FMCG, or temperature‑controlled logistics (highly desirable)
• Full UK driving licence (3.5 tonne van experience preferred)
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop large teams
• Solid understanding of transport and warehouse operations
• Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and KPIs
• Knowledge of health & safety and compliance regulations
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• A hands‑on approach with the ability to thrive in a fast‑moving environment

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary - £40k
• Performance‑related bonus
• Pension and benefits package
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• The opportunity to play a key leadership role in a critical operational site

Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain