Night Depot Operations Manager

Smiths News; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company funded Health Cash Plan – cash

5% match pension

25 days holiday plus holiday buy

24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and 

Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work

Colleague Assistance Programme & Colle

Job summary

Smiths News is seeking a Deputy Depot Night Manager to oversee a shift operation in the depot, reporting to the Depot Manager and ensuring timely delivery of newspapers and magazines to retailers.

You will supervise staff, provide training, and generate accurate reports while working with the management team to identify risks and maintain safety and compliance. A focus on budgeting, forecasts, and delivering excellent service is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a fast paced environment.
• Managing a large operation and liaising at all levels.
• Outstanding communication skills and the credibility to build relationships with all team members and management.
• Experience of planning and executing a night operation, handling issues as they arise.
• Tenacity and approach to meeting and exceeding targets and delivering a great client experience.
• Computer literacy and confidence with IT systems, including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervising all staff. Providing training and coaching and identifying training needs.
• Providing accurate reports that highlight any challenges or successes.
• Working closely with the management team to identify potential risks.
• Maintaining a high level of health and safety at all times.
• Ensuring compliance with legislation and company policy.
• Working to an annual set budget and forecast.

Skills

Fast paced environment

Large operation

Communication skills

Night operation planning

Target achievement

IT literacy

Business awareness

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Smiths News is seeking a Deputy Depot Night Manager to oversee a shift operation in the depot, reporting to the Depot Manager and ensuring timely delivery of newspapers and magazines to retailers.

You will supervise staff, provide training, and generate accurate reports while working with the management team to identify risks and maintain safety and compliance. A focus on budgeting, forecasts, and delivering excellent service is essential.