Depot Manager

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Immingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Depot Manager for its Immingham site. The role involves managing operations, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring exceptional service. The ideal candidate will have extensive logistics experience, strong leadership abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and WMS systems. This position offers a competitive salary package, opportunities for growth, and enhanced annual leave, among other perks.

Benefits

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme

WeCare App for wellbeing support

LifeWorks app for discounts

Life Insurance with expert support

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in logistics, distribution, or similar operational environments.
• Proven track record in a supervisory or management role.
• Previous financial experience managing own P&L.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all depot operations to achieve productivity, service, and financial targets.
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives and implement cost-saving measures.
• Ensure compliance with client SLAs, KPIs, and quality standards.
• Manage warehouse space, equipment, and staffing to meet changing demands.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Adaptability

Microsoft Office Proficiency

WMS Systems Proficiency

Job description

Job Req Number: 104624
Time Type: Full Time

Depot Manager

Location: Immingham

At DSV we’re building the world’s leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity – and we’re looking for new talent to join us.
We’re looking for a Depot Manager to take full ownership of our Immingham site, overseeing warehouse operations, distribution, and delivery teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a successful team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure exceptional service for our clients. As Depot Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the site, including operations, people management, safety, and financial control. You’ll ensure that systems and processes run smoothly, meet client SLAs, and deliver on productivity and service goals. Your leadership will foster a culture of safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

What will you be doing?

• Lead and manage all depot operations to achieve productivity, service, and financial targets.
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives and implement cost‑saving measures.
• Ensure compliance with client SLAs, KPIs, and quality standards.
• Oversee workforce planning, succession planning, training and development and engagement across the site.
• Maintain strong communication with senior management and clients, addressing critical issues promptly.
• Manage warehouse space, equipment, and staffing to meet changing demands.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain positive client relationships.
• Support budgeting and financial controls to meet profitability goals.

About You

• Extensive experience in logistics, distribution, or a similar operational environment.
• Proven track record in a supervisory or management role.
• Previous financial experience, managing own P&L.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to adapt to change and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and WMS systems.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends when required.

What can we offer you?

Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra‑Low Emissions Cars.
• Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme.
• WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
• LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
• Life Insurance which includes access to expert probate support.

Next Steps

If this sounds like the next step for you, please follow the links and apply with your CV without delay!
Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right‑to‑work checks and certain sites require 5‑years’ worth of referencing and criminal record checks.
We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.

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