Depot Manager Hampshire
Southampton - UK
Job Summary
Southampton Permanent 35000 - 45000 Bonus
Are you an experienced automotive professional looking for a role where you can take ownership of a busy depot and lead a small skilled team
Were recruiting for a Depot Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of an established automotive depot in Southampton.
This is a varied role covering team management sales customer service stock control and general depot operations. Youll be responsible for keeping the depot running efficiently while helping drive sales and delivering excellent customer service.
As Depot Manager youll oversee the daily operation of the depot and manage a team of around 45 fitters.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing and supporting a team of 45 fitters
- Overseeing the day-to-day running of the depot
- Managing workflow
- Handling customer enquiries and driving sales
- Building strong customer relationships
- Managing stock levels
- Ensuring the depot is well stocked and organised
- Monitoring team performance and productivity
- Supporting the team to deliver high standards of workmanship and service
- Helping maximise sales and profitability
- Taking ownership of the overall performance of the depot
Were looking for someone with previous experience within the automotive tyre fast-fit workshop or related industry who has the confidence to lead a team and take responsibility for a depot.
Youll ideally have:
- Previous supervisory or management experience
- Strong automotive industry knowledge
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- A commercial and sales-focused mindset
- Experience with stock control and ordering
- The ability to manage and motivate a small team
- Strong organisational skills
- A hands-on proactive approach
- The ability to work well in a busy environment
- 35000 - 45000 DOE
- Bonus scheme
- Monday - Friday 08:00-17:00
- Alternate Saturdays 08:00-13:00
- Permanent position
- Opportunity to take ownership of an established depot
- Small experienced team
- Long-term progression opportunities
- No Sunday working!
If youre an experiencedautomotive professional looking for your next opportunity wed be keen to hear from you.
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