Deputy Depot Manager

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.Night Shift - 1am start with Thursday and Fri day off33,196 Per annumMore 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.About the roleJoining 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.This interesting and challenging role in our management team will see you ensuring a planned and effectivenight operation is in place, taking responsibility for:Supervising all staff. Providing training and coaching and identifying training needsProviding accurate reports that highlight any challenges or successesWorking closely with the management team to identify potential risksMaintaining a high level of health and safety at all timesEnsuring compliance with legislation and company policyWorking to an annual set budget and forecastWhat we can offer you Not only do we offer free onsite parking and competitive salary but youll also have access to:Company funded Health Cash Plan providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy5% match pension25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunitiesSharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash planColleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral schemeAbout You: Youll have a track record of success in a warehouse environment in a management position. Youll also be able to evidence:Experience of working in a fast paced environmentManaging a large operation and being able to liaise at all levelsOutstanding communication skills and the credibility to effectively build relationships with all team members and managementExperience of planning and effectively executing a night operation. Dealing with all issues and challenges as they ariseTenacity and an effective approach to meeting and exceeding targets and delivering an outstanding client experienceComputer literacy and confidence in the use of technology and IT systems, including a high degree of knowledge of MS OfficeExcellent business acumen and strong commercial and financial awareness Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.Dont 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: 2025-07-18