Company Description
Sykes Seafood is one of the UK’s leading independent frozen seafood suppliers, with roots dating back to 1862 in Manchester’s Old Smithfield Market. The company’s expertise is reflected in its high-quality products and established brands, including Arctic Royal, Ocean Classic, Clear Seas, and Glenmyr. Growth has been driven by strategic acquisitions and a strong distribution network spanning the UK, Netherlands, and Morocco, supported by ISO9001 accreditation and compliance with IUU Fish EU regulations and MSC standards. In April 2023, Sykes Seafood moved to a new distribution hub and head office in Warrington to support a growing team and extensive product range. The business offers daily national deliveries with coldstore picking and dispatch, supplying foodservice groups, wholesalers, retailers, processors, and restaurants.
Role Description
The Depot Manager role is a full-time, on-site position based in Navan. The Depot Manager will oversee day-to-day depot operations, including stock control, goods-in and goods-out processes, and coordination of deliveries to ensure accurate and timely service. This role includes managing and supporting the depot team, planning staff rotas, and maintaining clear communication across warehousing, transport, and customer service functions. The Depot Manager will ensure health and safety standards are consistently met, maintain clean and efficient storage conditions, and support coldstore picking and dispatch in line with company quality requirements. The role also involves resolving operational issues, liaising with customers and internal stakeholders, and contributing to continuous improvements in efficiency, cost control, and service quality.
Qualifications
- Strong Operations Management skills, including depot or warehouse supervision, process improvement, and coordination of logistics activities.
- Solid Stock Management capabilities, covering inventory control, stock rotation, accuracy of records, and working with warehouse management systems.
- Proven Team Management experience, including leading diverse teams, performance management, coaching, and effective rota and shift planning.
- Excellent Customer Service skills, with the ability to build positive relationships, handle queries and issues, and maintain service standards.
- Comprehensive understanding of Health & Safety practices, including compliance with relevant regulations, risk assessments, and safe working procedures.
- Experience in food, FMCG, or temperature-controlled logistics environments is beneficial.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to work under time pressure.
- Good IT literacy, including use of warehouse, ERP, or stock management systems and Microsoft Office tools.
- Relevant qualification in logistics, operations, or management, or equivalent professional experience.
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