Depot Manager

Depot Manager | Retail | Devon | £45k + bonus

I am partnering again with a a leading UK distribution business who are looking to appoint an experienced Depot Manager to lead a key distribution operation in Devon.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a small but fast-paced, high-volume depot, leading warehouse and transport operations while developing a high-performing team. You'll play a key role in delivering exceptional service levels, driving operational performance, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

Working closely with the wider operations leadership team, you'll have full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the depot, ensuring safety, service and efficiency remain at the heart of everything you do.

This role will develop into a more senior role as they are relocating operations to a brand new site in the next few months.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of a busy warehouse and distribution site.

• Recruit, develop and manage a high-performing team of warehouse colleagues and drivers when the site moves

• Drive engagement through coaching, performance management and regular communication.

• Partner with HR on employee relations, reviews and disciplinary processes.

• Ensure operational procedures and company policies are consistently followed.

• Monitor warehouse and logistics performance, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Work closely with commercial teams to resolve customer service issues and deliver exceptional service.

• Maintain excellent stock accuracy and inventory control in partnership with stock management teams.

• Champion health & safety, ensuring full compliance across the site.

• Maintain high housekeeping standards and site security.

About You

• Proven experience managing a busy warehouse, logistics or distribution operation.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop teams.

• Experience managing warehouse operatives and drivers within a fast-paced environment.

• Commercially minded with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.

• Strong understanding of health & safety, compliance and stock control.

• A proactive, hands-on management style with excellent communication skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary

• 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

• Private healthcare (family cover)

• Life assurance

• Opportunity to run a new site building and recruiting a team

• Company pension scheme

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing development

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