Assistant Depot Manager

Join the UK’s Number One Trade Kitchen Supplier

Join Howdens as an Assistant Depot Manager and play a key role in driving the success of your depot. We’re hiring someone who thrives in a fast paced, hands-on environment and is motivated by driving sales and working closely with their team to deliver results. You’ll support your Depot Manager to grow the business, build strong local trade relationships and achieve sales and growth targets.

This is a varied role where you’ll get involved across the depot, from leading and supporting your team to driving sales, customer service and overall performance. If you’re ambitious and looking to progress, this is a great opportunity to build the skills and experience needed to step into a Depot Manager role, supported by ongoing training and development.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentives • Training and ongoing development • Excellent pension plan with up to 12% company contribution • Up to 32 days annual leave, including bank holidays. • Holiday entitlement rises with service • Generous staff discount on Howdens products • Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme • 40 hour working week • No evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday working • Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family • A strong team culture that genuinely sets us apart

What we’re looking for:

• Experience supporting or leading a team in a fast-paced environment • Strong customer focus with a clear commercial mindset • Someone who spots opportunities to grow sales and improve performance • A practical problem solver who takes initiative and makes things happen • Confident communicator who can build strong relationships with local trade • Well organised, with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively • Ambition and drive, with a clear desire to progress • Resilient and comfortable working in a busy, high-performance environment

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting your Depot Manager in the day to day running of the depot • Building and maintaining strong relationships with local trade customers • Leading, coaching and developing the team to improve performance • Overseeing sales, customer service, warehouse and stock • Reviewing performance and helping to drive sales and achieve targets • Promoting the full range of products and services • Deputising for your Depot Manager when needed • Maintaining high standards of health and safety across the depot

What it’s like to work here: