Depot Manager - Venus - Eccles

Booker; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and distribution company is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee depot staff and manage warehouse functions in Manchester. The role includes ensuring compliance with Health & Safety policies and leading a team of over 15 staff members. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in logistics management, strong leadership skills, and a full driving licence. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse and logistics management, ideally within alcohol distribution.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff.
• Full, valid car driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock, picking, packing, and delivery operations.
• Lead and supervise warehouse operations.
• Train and develop depot staff.

Skills

Warehouse and logistics management

Leadership

Transport and fleet management

Health & Safety compliance

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Reporting into the Regional Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing a team of depot staff within Venus Wines and Spirits warehouse based in Eccles, Manchester. You will also cover Regional Operations Manager duties when required, working in conjunction with depot supervisors over two additional depots in Leeds and Kingswinford.

• Manage stock, picking, packing, and delivery of high-value items to new and existing customers.
• Lead and supervise warehouse operations to ensure the highest standards of customer service.
• Efficiently delegate tasks and motivate a warehouse team of 15+ staff members.
• Oversee transport operations, fleet management, and control.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety policies, maintaining staff and site safety at all times.
• Produce and maintain daily and weekly operational statistics.
• Take a hands-on approach to cover a variety of roles within the depot as required.
• Train and develop depot staff, including providing on-the-job coaching.
• Conduct interviews, performance reviews, investigation reporting, and disciplinary meetings, including issuing outcomes up to dismissal level.
• Undertake key-holding responsibilities for the depot.

• Proven experience in warehouse and logistics management, ideally within alcohol distribution.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, supervise, and develop a large team.
• Solid background in transport and fleet management.
• High level of competency in Health & Safety compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical skills for producing and maintaining operational reports/statistics.
• Excellent communication and people management skills.
• FLT experience (desirable).
• Full, valid car driving licence (essential).

Founded as a family business over 50 years ago, Venus has grown from a small start-up into a trusted partner for the UK’s leading bars, restaurants, and hospitality venues. With decades of industry experience and a passion for exceptional service, we are dedicated to helping our customers create drinks offerings that truly stand out.

Since joining the Booker Group in June 2024, we have combined our strong heritage with enhanced logistics and resources. This allows us to provide seamless delivery and offer an outstanding range of premium wines and spirits. Our headquarters are located in Tottenham, London. We also operate distribution depots in Leeds, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham, and Soho in London, where Gerry’s, one of the country’s most renowned spirits shops, is located.

Our reputation is built on the quality of our products, our expertise, and our unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service.