Schedule: Sunday–Friday (day/evening/lates – flexible approach to support all operational teams)
Reports to: Operations Manager
Direct Reports: Currently 2 Supervisors, plus Picking & Delivery Teams
About Us
At Jones Bros, we’re a proud family-run business that’s been delivering the freshest milk and produce to London and the surrounding areas since 1877.
We’re built on strong values – community, quality, and service. Our teams are like family, and we treat our customers the same way. With our recent move into new premises, we’re growing fast and looking for a hands-on Depot & Transport Manager to lead from the front and take our East London depot to the next level.
Is This You?
* A proactive leader who thrives on ownership and making a real impact
* Experienced in leading small teams – or a seasoned supervisor ready for the next step
* Focused on performance, efficiency, and developing people
* Confident managing B2B deliveries, fleet compliance, and daily logistics
* Holds a valid UK manual driving licence and is comfortable with Excel, Outlook, and Word
* Leads by example, gets stuck in when needed, and creates a positive, productive environment
What You’ll Be Doing
Operations Management
* Oversee and be accountable for the end-to-end evening picking operation
* Work closely with supervisors to plan shifts, manage resources, and meet daily targets
* Ensure all stock is received, stored, and discrepancies reported within agreed SLAs
* Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement across the depot
* Maintain accurate and compliant operational documentation
* Manage the night-to-day handover process, escalating any issues to customer care
Transport & Fleet Management
* Ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, compliant, and regularly maintained
* Plan delivery waves in line with picking and customer needs, ensuring safe yard practices
* Maintain detailed, accurate transport records
* Understand customer routes and expectations thoroughly
* Lead, motivate, and support supervisors, pickers, and delivery drivers
* Conduct team reviews, regular 1-to-1s, and training to uphold high standards
* Ensure depot is always audit-ready (health & safety, transport compliance, etc.)
* Ensure depot health & safety policies and SSOWs are followed by staff
* Support recruitment for drivers, pickers, and depot staff as needed
* Oversee onboarding, induction, and training of new team members
* Report depot KPIs directly to the Operations Manager
What You’ll Bring
* Strong team management and leadership skills
* Experience with performance management (PDPs, 1-to-1s, basic HR practices)
* A hands-on, solution-focused mindset
* Excellent time management and organisation
* Knowledge of logistics, B2B delivery, and fleet compliance
Why Join Us?
* Join a close-knit, growing team where your input truly matters
* Take ownership of a key site and play a leading role in its success
* Be part of a stable, fast-growing company with nearly 150 years of history
* Work from a brand-new facility designed with growth in mind
Sound like a good fit?
Apply now – we’d love to hear from you.
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