Assistant Depot Manager
Location: Wellingborough
Hours: Full Time
Salary: £38K pa
Ready to take the next step in your logistics career?
We're looking for an experienced Assistant Depot Manager to support the day-to-day running of a busy warehouse and transport operation.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll work alongside the Depot Manager to keep the depot operating safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. From leading teams and solving operational challenges to supporting drivers and ensuring excellent customer service, you'll play a key part in the success of the depot.
If you're currently a Warehouse Supervisor, Transport Supervisor or Team Leader looking for more responsibility, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing:
Supporting the daily running of the depot and warehouse
Leading, coaching and motivating operational teams
Assisting with transport planning and driver management
Monitoring stock control and warehouse operations
Ensuring Health & Safety and compliance standards are maintained
Investigating operational issues and implementing solutions
Supporting recruitment, inductions and agency staffing
Assisting with performance management and employee development
Monitoring KPIs and helping drive continuous improvement
Stepping in for the Depot Manager when required
We're looking for someone who:
Has supervisory or management experience within logistics, warehousing or transport
Is a confident people manager with strong communication skills
Can make decisions under pressure and solve problems quickly
Has good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Understands warehouse operations, transport planning and Health & Safety
Leads by example and enjoys being out on the warehouse floor
What's in it for you?
A genuine opportunity to progress your management career
A varied and challenging role where you can make an impact
Supportive leadership and ongoing development
A business that values initiative and continuous improvement
Long-term career opportunities
If you're the sort of leader who isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves, support your team and keep operations running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you.
This role is being managed by Bea Ukaye based in our Peterborough Branch.
Assistant Depot Manager in Wellingborough employer: Quest Employment
Join a dynamic and innovative company that values hands-on expertise and offers a supportive work culture for Field Installation Engineers. With competitive salaries, a comprehensive pension scheme, and opportunities for career development through ongoing training, you will thrive in a role that combines travel with practical problem-solving across major UK retail environments. Experience the satisfaction of working in a varied role while being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in refrigerated display systems.
