Deputy Depot Manager
Smiths News - BA1, England
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Job Descriptionn33,000 - BristolnSaturday - Wednesday, 01:30am - 10:00am but flexibility will be requirednMore than 22,400 customers rely on us as the UKs leading newspaper and magazine wholesaler. With nightly miracles delivered by an extensive network of distribution centres, we have more roles than you realise. One look at our heritage tells you that were as good as our word we have a reputation built on security, reliability, and delivering on promises. Right now, were excitingly looking to the future and all that means for our customers and our peoples careers.nAbout the rolenJoining us as a Deputy Depot Manager youll manage one of the shift operations in the depot reporting into the Depot Manager and ensuring accurate and timely delivery of newspapers and magazines out to our retailers.nThis interesting and challenging role in our management team will see you ensuring a planned and effective night operation is in place, taking responsibility for:nnSupervising all staff. Providing training and coaching and identifying training needsnProviding accurate reports that highlight any challenges or successesnWorking closely with the management team to identify potential risksnMaintaining a high level of health and safety at all timesnEnsuring compliance with legislation and company policynWorking to an annual set budget and forecastnnWhat we can offer you nNot only do we offer free onsite parking and competitive salary but youll also have access to:nnCompany funded Health Cash Plan providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapyn5% match pensionn25 days holiday plus holiday buy schemen24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunitiesnSharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plannColleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral schemennAbout You: nYoull have a track record of success in a warehouse environment in a management position. Youll also be able to evidence:nnExperience of working in a fast paced environmentnManaging a large operation and being able to liaise at all levelsnOutstanding communication skills and the credibility to effectively build relationships with all team members and managementnExperience of planning and effectively executing a night operation. Dealing with all issues and challenges as they arisenTenacity and an effective approach to meeting and exceeding targets and delivering an outstanding client experiencenComputer literacy and confidence in the use of technology and IT systems, including a high degree of knowledge of MS OfficenExcellent business acumen and strong commercial and financial awareness nnPlease note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.nnDont just take us at our word experience it for yourself. Were a business built on support, opportunities, loyalty and care. Lets make the most of todays opportunities and look to the future, together. Apply now.
Created: 2025-08-02