Depot Manager

Job Title: Depot Manager Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Our client, a powerhouse in the survey equipment sector are now looking for a Depot Manager for their busy and successful Leeds depot. Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, the Branch Manager is responsible for local Hire & Sales Teams, Service Centre’s, Logistics and Warehouse staff, your responsibilities will include: Sales & Hire Team – ensuring that: · Customer enquiries are dealt with rapidly and effectively – on the trade counter, by email and phone. · Individual customer contracts and agreements are followed and updated on systems. · Operational policies and procedures are followed, and all systems are up to date. · Inter-team communications are maximised and efficient – thus ensuring stock levels and any cross-hires recorded, logistic teams given correct instruction, accounts department can access correct invoice details, procurement have knowledge for effective buying. · Ensuring team training up to date and recorded. · Support with annual appraisals, promotions etc Service Centres – (in liaison with National Service Manager) ensuring that: · Hire fleet is maintained and up to date. · Systems in place to ensure that quality control is maintained. · Customer repairs are logged and dealt with efficiently and cost effectively. · Tools, machinery and workshops kept tidy and working well. · In-house and certified training is in place and up to date. Warehouse – ensuring that: · Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision. · The warehouse runs efficiently in respect to stock coming in and out of the depot. · Systems and checklists are in place to ensure that any stock arriving or leaving the warehouse is logged. · Equipment is clean, clearly labelled and in the right place. · Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security. · Stock takes are carried out as per company policy. · Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilisation. Logistics – ensure that: · Driver routes are effective and efficient. · Vans are well maintained. · Staff are trained. · Team members are well presented. General tasks: · Day to day team management. · Liaise with IT (oursourced) to ensure that everyone has the access and systems they require to efficiently carry out their duties. · That each team member is provided with the correct uniform. · Holidays are managed efficiently. · Cross-team support where required to ensure that the Branch runs effectively. · Take a hands-on approach where required to ensure that we deliver to our customers and the wider business goals. · Ensure the branch is manned during operational business hours. · Reporting carried out as per company policy. · Inter-department communication is effective. The following are requirements of the role: · Leadership skills and ability manage staff · Strong decision making and problem-solving skills · Excellent communication skills · Computer literacy · Industry knowledge · Good numeracy skills · Strong people skills · A flexible approach and strong work-ethic Next Steps: If you are interested in this role, please submit an up to date CV through this advert or call Jack at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed). INDJH1

Location: Hyde Park, GB

Posted Date: 2/5/2025