Depot Manager. - Stockton

TN United Kingdom; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Depot Manager to oversee operations in Stockton. This role involves leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and driving performance through effective management. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and a background in food distribution, with a focus on maintaining high operational standards. If you're passionate about fostering a positive work environment and achieving excellence in service delivery, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in dairy, food, or drinks distribution preferred.
• Management experience in night operations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead depot operations ensuring high standards in safety and service.
• Manage depot Profit and Loss, controlling costs within budget.
• Oversee employee training and maintain operational standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Organizational Skills

Health & Safety Standards

Education

Management Experience

IOSH Certification

Tools

MS Office

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Depot Manager. - Stockton, Tyne and Wear

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Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

To manage the overall performance, workplace organisation, annual budget and functionality of the depot facility.

Full Job Description

McQueens Dairies Ltd – Role Profile

Job Title: Depot Manager.
Reports To: Logistics Manager.
Based At: Stockton
Working Hours: Nightshift 21:00 – 07:30.
Salary: £40,000 Per Annum and up to 10% performance related bonus.

Position Overview:

To manage the overall performance, workplace organisation, annual budget and functionality of the depot facility. Leading a team of drivers, stores staff, team leaders and assistant managers who you will work closely with.

Coach and Develop:

With an eye for detail and a flexible approach, you must demonstrate a drive to attain and maintain excellent standards, ensuring teams provide outstanding service and all deliveries are completed safely, successfully, and on time.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the depot to high standards in Health & Safety, Learning & Development, Customer Services, Financial Control, Facilities Management, Despatch, Human Resources Operations, and Transport.
• Engage with colleagues to maintain high morale, motivate staff, and identify improvements.
• Organise and oversee employee induction and ongoing training.
• Maintain operational standards using 5S disciplines.
• Manage depot Profit and Loss, controlling costs within budget.
• Communicate processes, changes, and developments clearly to staff.
• Drive performance using KPIs and system enhancements aligned with business strategy.

Key Areas:

Health & Safety

• Promote a proactive safety culture with regular audits and observations.
• Report all incidents following guidelines.
• Ensure manual handling training is completed and signed off.
• Assess risks and enforce safe working systems.

Depot Team Performance

• Review performance metrics such as customer complaints, driver scores, delivery issues, etc.
• Provide training and conduct regular staff feedback sessions.
• Manage staff holidays and scheduling.

Depot Processes

• Ensure stock accuracy, proper storage, and waste minimization.
• Maintain good housekeeping and cold chain standards.

Vehicle Fleet Management

• Coordinate vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Manage accident reports and vehicle hygiene.
• Keep fuel logs accurate.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with H&S and food safety standards.
• Manage documentation in line with GDPR.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

Background in dairy, food, or drinks distribution preferred; management experience in night operations; familiarity with food safety standards like BRC; IOSH certification; proficiency in MS Office; strong leadership, communication, decision-making, and organizational skills; valid driving license.

Behaviours of a Depot Manager

Leadership qualities include rapport-building, clear communication, recognition, a positive attitude, kindness, approachability, ownership, continuous improvement, customer focus, accountability, integrity, proactivity, and teamwork. Demonstrate respect, support team decisions, celebrate success, and lead by example.