Depot Manager

lmerecruitment.vincere.io; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits discussed at interview

Job summary

Vincere in Southampton is seeking a Depot Manager to run day-to-day depot operations, drive efficiency, and maintain top-tier customer service.

You will lead a team, recruit and train staff, ensure health and safety compliance, manage fleet maintenance, and push sales targets. The role is full-time with an 8am–6pm workday, Saturday mornings on a rotation, and a competitive salary with benefits discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial vehicle rentals.
• Strong background in both sales and operations.
• Ability to recruit, train and manage staff.
• Excellent communication with customers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day depot operations and drive efficiency.
• Lead sales initiatives to meet and exceed targets.
• Manage and motivate a team including recruitment and training.
• Oversee fleet management, including maintenance and workshops.
• Implement best practices to enhance service delivery.

Skills

Vehicle rentals

Sales

Operations

Staff management

Customer service

Health & safety

Communication

Job description

Depot Manager Location: Southampton

A bit about the company… Join a thriving business with over 40 years’ experience in truck and trailer hire and leasing. We pride ourselves on exceptional service , a forward-thinking approach , and a real commitment to creating value for our customers . As Depot Manager, you’ll be at the heart of a busy operation, ensuring everything runs smoothly and customer satisfaction remains second to none .

About the Role… Oversee day-to-day depot operations, driving

efficiency and effectiveness across all functions Lead sales initiatives to meet and exceed targets,

building strong customer relationships Manage and motivate a team—including recruitment,

training, and ensuring health & safety compliance Oversee fleet management, including maintenance

and workshop operations Implement best practices to enhance service delivery

and operational performance

The package: Full-time: Monday–Friday, 8am–6pm (1-hour lunch) Every third Saturday: 8am–12pm Competitive salary & benefits (details at interview) Opportunity to join a dynamic, supportive team

What we’re looking for: Proven experience in commercial vehicle

rentals, with a strong background in both sales and operations

Self-starter with a proactive approach and a solutions-focused mindset

Exceptional customer service—customer satisfaction is at the heart of what you do

Excellent communicator—confident liaising at all levels

Staff management experience, including training and a solid understanding of health & safety regulations