Depot Manager

Friendsofkerhonkson; New Milton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Performance bonuses

Pension

Annual leave

Staff discount

Job summary

Howdens Joinery is hiring a Depot Manager to own day-to-day depot operations, grow sales and drive profitability in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You will lead and coach a team, build strong trade relationships and deliver results with a performance-based bonus and incentives.

The role rewards leadership with a competitive salary, company car or allowance, pension, generous annual leave, staff discounts and continuous development.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Strong commercial awareness with track record of driving sales and KPI performance.
• Hands-on leader capable of coaching and developing a team.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of depot performance including profit and loss.
• Drive sales growth and margin through local trade relationships.
• Recruit, lead, develop and motivate the team to meet targets.
• Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable to KPIs.
• Ensure high standards of customer service and depot operations.

Skills

Leadership

Sales focus

Performance management

Customer relations

Communication

Job description

Join Howdens as a Depot Manager and have your name above the door.We’re hiring a Depot Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, commercial and entrepreneurial environment and is ready to take full responsibility for their depot. Every Depot Manager at Howdens has their name above the entrance of their Depot, reflecting the real ownership and autonomy that comes with this management role.You’ll run the day-to-day operation, building strong trade relationships, driving sales and profit, and leading your team to deliver results. You’ll also share directly in that success through performance-based bonus and depot incentives. With the backing of our regional and support teams, you’ll have the training, guidance and support you need to succeed.What we can offer you:Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentivesCompany car or car allowanceOngoing Management Training and developmentExcellent pension plan with up to 12% company contributionUp to 32 days annual leave, including bank holidays.Holiday entitlement rises with serviceGenerous staff discount on Howdens productsBuy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme40 hour working weekNo evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday workingVirtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your familyA strong team culture that genuinely sets us apartWhat we are looking for:Previous management experience in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment, ideally within a sales‑led roleA confident, hands‑on leader who can motivate, coach and develop a teamStrong commercial awareness, with experience of driving performance and working to sales targets and KPIsSomeone who enjoys building relationships and spotting opportunities to grow salesConfidence managing people, performance and resultsA practical problem solver who takes a proactive, can‑do approachExcellent communication skills with a customer‑first mindsetDrive, ambition and resilience in a performance‑led environmentWhat you will be doing:Taking full ownership of depot performance, including profit and lossDriving sales growth and margin through strong local trade relationshipsRecruiting, leading, developing and motivating your teamPromoting and ensuring effective account managementSetting clear expectations and holding the team accountable to targetsEnsuring high standards of customer service and depot operationsHow to apply:If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Depot Manager, then we are keen to hear from you.About Howdens:Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.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.Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re 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 [e-mail] 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.#LI-LO1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed