Role:

We are now looking for an experienced Depot Manager with strong people-leadership skills to run a dual-site operation and drive results in a busy field-sales environment.

No stiff collars in sight, just a friendly, high-energy team that loves what we do. If you’re ready to lead from the front and help bring even more joy to convenience shelves, this could be your next great opportunity.

We have 12 Depots around the UK & Northern Ireland run by our fantastic Depot Managers and a new 'dual-site' opportunity has become available to work between our North West and Northern Ireland sites. Your main base will be at our North West Depot in Rainford, where you will spend 3 out of 4 weeks; the remaining week will be spent working with the team at our Northern Ireland Depot in Crumlin.

This is a full time position, Monday to Friday (no weekend working here)!

Our Depot Managers split their time equally between being out on the road with the reps, and managing the depot which includes all compliance and KPI reporting. Still interested ... then read on!!

Your typical working day will include:

• Provide leadership and support to the Depot Supervisors, ensuring they are meeting operational and performance targets
• Drive sales efforts at the depot level, implementing growth initiatives as agreed with the Regional Manager
• Be visible and have a strong presence working alongside Sales Representatives, engaging with customers and actively pursuing new leads to drive depot growth
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, showcasing the Apex service and managing small key accounts
• Monitor and manage KPIs for the depot, ensuring your Depot Supervisors are responsible for meeting targets
• Ensure full compliance with SOP’s, utilising reports and data available
• Communicate key business and site information to your Depot Supervisor and ensure regular updates are provided
• Monitor and drive compliance with all statutory and legal requirements for Health and Safety, Fire, Hygiene, Licensing, and Employment
• Ensure overhead costs are managed in line with budgets
• Oversee the recruitment processes for roles at the depot
• Ensure the sales teams receive sufficient training to deliver growth, while continuously developing their abilities
• Collaborate with the HR team on discipline and performance matters
• Conduct colleague check in’s with their teams to ensure we are monitoring performance, assessing progress and setting clear objectives

Ideal Candidate:

• The desire to spend a solid amount of your time out on the road with your reps developing and coaching them as well as interacting with the customer base
• Demonstratable experience in people management
• Experience in driving sales and operational performance/implementing sales strategies
• An outgoing, trustworthy and friendly personality (along with strong communication and leadership skills)
• The ability to build relationships and provide top class customer service
• Budgeting experience
• The ability to use reports & data to ensure full compliance with procedures
• An understanding of statutory legislation (e.g. H&S, Employment)
• As much of the experience listed above which you will have ideally gained from an operational/warehouse environment

Benefits:

At Bobby’s, we’re all about mixing great people with great opportunities, and we think you’ll find our culture pretty sweet! We’ve got a relaxed vibe and a team full of flavour, bringing together a delicious blend of skills and personalities.

As well as an attractive base salary of £40-£45,000, there is the scope to increase earnings via bonuses (not guaranteed). The role is also eligible for a car allowance. On top of this, we offer a pick ‘n’ mix of benefits: life assurance, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, and not one but two Employee Assistance Programmes for you and your family (including free GP appointments and access to mental health professionals — no sugar-coating needed!).

You’ll also enjoy access to a health care cash plan, cycle2work scheme, paid volunteer days, and discounts at a variety of retailers and fitness/leisure outlets. We’re always cooking up ways to support our team, with regular in-house training on topics like mental health, menopause awareness, sexual harassment, and equality, diversity & inclusion — because we believe everyone deserves a fair share of support.

We also offer opportunities to study towards relevant qualifications, including via the apprenticeship route — so whether you're looking to upskill or unwrap a new career path internally, we’ve got you covered.

As an equal opportunities employer, Bobby’s is committed to treating all current and prospective employees equally. We don’t condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We’re passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join Bobby’s

If you would like to become part of a successful UK brand and like the idea of developing relationships with retailers in the community every day, you can apply by sending us your CV quoting ref. Depot Manager (Dual-site).