Assistant Depot Manager

Howdens Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

As an Assistant Depot Manager, you will support your Depot Manager with the day-to-day running of the depot and always identify and suggest new opportunities to grow sales. The support you offer ranges from reviewing the P&L to recruiting, leading by example, and motivating the team to exceed sales targets by building strong relationships with local trade.

The pace is fast, the environment competitive yet rewarding, and there is a strong team spirit that sets us apart.

This is a fantastic learning environment with extensive online and face‑to‑face training that will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful Depot Manager.

Skills and attributes needed

• Management experience
• Inspirational leader
• Sales focused
• Problem‑solving skills
• Target‑driven
• Effective communicator
• Ambition and drive
• Customer service
• Thrives in fast‑paced environments

What you get from us

• Competitive base salary
• Monthly depot bonus OTE
• Team incentives and outings
• Competitive pension plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
• 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We operate over 900 depots in the UK and Europe and reached sales of circa £2.3bn last year. With an ambitious growth agenda, a strong entrepreneurial ethos, and a fast‑paced, commercial environment, we are one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How To Apply

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We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process, email recruitment@howdens.com with the job title and location.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time.

We’re committed to an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.