Overview
This role is field-based, covering a cluster of depots within the Sunderland area. This is a brand new role that gives the successful candidate the opportunity to learn the business before stepping into the role of a Depot Manager should one become available. As a Manager Designate, you will support a Depot Manager with the day-to-day running of the depot, and you will identify and suggest new opportunities to grow sales. The support you offer the Depot Manager can range from reviewing the P&L to recruiting, leading by example, and motivating the team in order to achieve and exceed sales targets by building strong working relationships with the local trade. The pace is fast, and the environment is competitive and demanding but also financially rewarding and supported by a strong sense of team spirit.
This is an opportunity to learn everything there is to know about becoming a Depot Manager in the future, complemented by our extensive online and face-to-face training to develop the skills and knowledge needed for success as a Manager Designate and, in time, to manage a depot.
Responsibilities
* Support the Depot Manager with day-to-day depot operations
* Review P&L and contribute to commercial decisions
* Recruit, lead by example, and motivate the team
* Identify opportunities to grow sales and build relationships with local trade
* Operate in a fast-paced, competitive environment and maintain high standards
Qualifications and Attributes
* Management experience
* Inspirational leader
* Sales focused
* Problem-solving skills
* Target-driven
* Effective communicator
* Ambition and drive
* Customer service
* Thrive in fast-paced environments
What You Get
* Competitive base salary
* Team incentives and outings
* Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
* 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years
* Staff discount on Howdens products
* Buy as you earn share scheme
About Howdens
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens.
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