Depot Supervisor

LF&E Temperature Controlled Logistics; Heywood; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

25 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Over-Time pay

Career progression opportunities

Uniform and full training included

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

LF&E Temperature Controlled Logistics is seeking a Depot Supervisor in Heywood to lead a team of delivery drivers and oversee daily depot operations, ensuring safe and compliant transport of temperature-controlled healthcare goods.

You will manage dispatch, route planning, and staff development while maintaining high standards of customer service and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or transport role.
• Experience managing drivers and fleet operations.
• Knowledge of GDP/MHRA advantageous.
• Full UK manual driving license (6 points max).
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of delivery drivers.
• Oversee daily dispatch, route planning, depot operations.
• Ensure GDP/MHRA compliance and SOP adherence.
• Manage rotas, holidays, and staff development.
• Collaborate with senior management to hit KPIs.
• Conduct vehicle checks and maintain depot safety.
• Lead recruitment and inductions.
• Provide driving cover when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Drivers & fleet management

Health & Safety knowledge

Excellent communication

Geographical knowledge

Job description

Lead a Team That Makes a Real Difference! Are you an experienced leader with a passion for delivering exceptional service and building high-performing teams? Join LF&E, one of the UK’s leading healthcare logistics providers. Since 2008, we’ve been a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry, delivering vital medication to homes and pharmacies on behalf of major corporate organisations and NHS Trusts, helping to improve the lives of patients across the country.

About LF&E:

• Established in 2008
• 23 sites across the UK
• 300+ employees
• Specialists in temperature-controlled healthcare logistics
• Trusted by public and private healthcare sectors, including pharmaceutical, medical, and clinical trial providers

Originally a small family-run business, LF&E has grown into a national leader in specialist Pharmaceutical Delivery services.

As a Depot Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our operation runs smoothly, efficiently, and safely. Leading a team of drivers and supporting day-to-day depot activities, you’ll help maintain the high standards our customers rely on while ensuring life-changing medications reach patients accurately and on time.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced and rewarding environment where patient care is at the heart of everything we do. No two days are the same, making this the perfect role for someone who thrives on responsibility, enjoys leading and developing people, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service.

Your leadership, organisation, and problem‑solving skills will be instrumental in driving operational success, supporting your team, and ensuring outstanding patient outcomes.

Role Details:

• 45 hours per week (5-6 days), Monday to Friday
• Shift times are 06:00 am - 15:00 pm with reasonable overtime expected
• 30 minute lunch break

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and supporting a team of delivery drivers
• Overseeing daily dispatch, route planning, and depot operations
• Ensuring compliance with GDP, MHRA standards, and company SOPs
• Managing rotas, holidays, absence, and staff development
• Collaborating with senior management to meet KPIs and service targets
• Conducting vehicle checks and maintaining depot safety and cleanliness
• Leading on recruitment, inductions, and new-starter training
• Providing driving cover when required

Skills & Qualifications:

• 2+ years’ experience in a supervisory or transport management role
• Experience managing drivers and fleet logistics
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety (GDP/MHRA knowledge advantageous)
• Excellent communication, organisational, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Strong geographical knowledge
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Full UK manual Driving Licence with no more than 6 points
• Subject to DBS and reference checks
• Must have the right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Salary increase upon successful completion of probation

Benefits

• Company pension
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Over-Time pay
• Career progression opportunities
• Uniform and full training included
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme

Make a real impact in your logistics career.

Please note: If you have any criminal convictions, please inform us at the interview stage.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. If you are selected for an interview, we will be in touch shortly.