Depot Manager

Bimplus; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruited UK is advertising an experienced Depot Manager role for a leading UK independent provider of technical services to the construction industry in Leeds. You will take ownership of the day-to-day running, lead a busy depot team and drive service, logistics and warehouse performance with a hands-on approach.

The successful candidate will demonstrate depot, branch or operations management experience, strong leadership, excellent communication and IT literacy, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Experience managing a depot or similar operation.
• Desirable experience in plant/hire or construction industries.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Strong customer service and communication abilities.
• Good IT and systems literacy; able to manage data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day running and performance of the depot.
• Lead, motivate and manage the depot team.
• Respond to customer enquiries promptly and professionally.
• Manage customer contracts and keep systems up to date.
• Ensure depot procedures, policies and safety standards are followed.
• Coordinate with Sales, Logistics, Accounts and Procurement.
• Plan efficient driver routes and daily logistics.
• Maintain company vehicles and fleet standards.
• Ensure staff are trained, compliant and presentable.
• Manage staffing levels, holidays and uniforms.
• Produce reports as required.
• Support customers and the wider business when needed.
• Maintain high health and safety standards and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Depot management

Leadership

Communication

IT literacy

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Numeracy skills

Driving licence

Prioritisation

Job description

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Depot Manager to join one of the UK's leading independent providers of technical services and solutions to the construction industry.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Depot Manager, Branch Manager or Operations Manager who enjoys a hands-on role and is looking for the autonomy to take ownership of the day-to-day running and performance of a busy depot.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will lead the depot team across Hire & Sales, Service, Logistics and Warehouse, ensuring excellent customer service, operational efficiency and strong team performance.

Skills and experience required

• Proven experience in Depot Management, Branch Management or Operations Management
• Experience within plant hire, tool hire, equipment hire, construction or a similar industry is desirable
• Proven leadership and people management experience
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Good IT and systems literacy
• Strong organisational and numeracy skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy operational environment
• Flexible, proactive and hands-on approach
• Full UK Driving Licence

Key responsibilities

• Taking responsibility for the day-to-day running and performance of the depot
• Leading, motivating and managing the depot team
• Ensuring customer enquiries are dealt with promptly and professionally
• Managing customer contracts and ensuring systems are accurate and up to date
• Ensuring depot procedures, policies and systems are consistently followed
• Coordinating effectively with Sales, Logistics, Accounts and Procurement
• Planning efficient driver routes and daily logistics
• Maintaining company vehicles and fleet standards
• Ensuring staff are appropriately trained, compliant and professionally presented
• Managing staffing levels, holidays and uniforms
• Producing reports in line with company requirements
• Supporting customers and the wider business when required
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety across the depot
• Driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement

You will receive

• Opportunity to join a growing and well-established business
• A hands-on management role with genuine autonomy and responsibility
• The opportunity to lead and develop a dedicated depot team
• Full support and training

Due to the high volume of applications Recruited UK receives, we will make every effort to respond with feedback, although this is not always possible.

If you have not been contacted within 5 days, unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion. However, we may keep your details on file and contact you with future opportunities.