Depot Manager, Edinburgh
Are you a natural leader with a passion for sales performance and team development?
We’re looking for a Depot Manager to take charge of our Edinburgh branch and lead a focused sales team of 6 to new heights. Working for a well-established organisation, this role is all about driving sales, leading by example and getting the best out of your team — every single day.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Lead and motivate a team of 6 sales professionals to deliver against SMART targets.
* Conduct daily morning briefings to set up the team for success, discussing sales goals and strategy.
* Create and manage staff rotas in advance to ensure fairness across an "any 5 of 7" shift pattern.
* Carry out performance reviews, one-to-ones and accurate appraisals, with a clear focus on development and results.
* Leading by example in the sales forum.
* Review and support individual sales pipelines to help staff close more business.
* You will have an excellent B2B and B2C telephone manner
* Attend face-to-face customer meetings
* Ability to really listen to customers and understand their requirements.
* Accurately track and report branch sales activity, presenting performance updates to your Regional Manager on a monthly basis.
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience in managing a sales team within a retail, logistics, or service-based environment.
* natural ability to 'connect' with both sales staff and customers.
* Ability to set clear goals, track performance and coach individuals to success.
* Confident communicator with an excellent telephone manner and strong face-to-face presence.
* Organised, proactive, and able to juggle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
* Passionate about sales and growing both people and performance.
What You’ll Get in Return:
* £32,000 base salary + uncapped commission – real potential to significantly boost your earnings.
* Free on-site parking
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Cycle to work scheme
* A clearly definded career path for progression
* The chance to make your mark and shape the success of a local team