Assistant Depot Manager

About the role

Join the UK’s leading trade kitchen supplier as an Assistant Depot Manager. You will work closely with the Depot Manager to grow the business, build strong local trade relationships and help achieve sales and performance targets.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Depot Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the depot.
• Build and maintain relationships with local trade customers.
• Lead, coach and develop the depot team to improve performance.
• Oversee sales, customer service, warehouse operations and stock management.
• Review performance data and help drive sales to meet targets.
• Promote the full range of Howdens products and services.
• Deputise for the Depot Manager when required.
• Maintain high health and safety standards across the depot.

Required profile

• Experience supporting or leading a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong customer focus with a commercial mindset.
• Ability to spot sales opportunities and improve performance.
• Practical problem‑solver who takes initiative.
• Confident communicator able to build strong trade relationships.
• Well‑organised with effective planning and prioritisation.
• Ambitious, resilient and comfortable in a high‑performance setting.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary with bonuses and depot incentives.
• Training and ongoing development.
• Excellent pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
• Up to 32 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• Generous staff discount on Howdens products.
• Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme.
• 40‑hour working week – no evenings, Sundays or Bank Holidays.
• Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family.
• Strong team culture.