Depot Manager
Location: Brackley
Salary: £40,000-£52,000
Hours: Monday–Friday Days
Benefits: Company car
Our client, a leading name in the Plant Hire sector, is seeking an experienced Depot Manager to lead their busy and successful Brackley operation.
The Role
You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the depot, ensuring high standards of customer service, operational efficiency, and team performance.
Key responsibilities include:
Ensure customer enquiries are handled promptly and professionally (counter, phone, and email)
Oversee customer contracts and ensure systems are accurate and up to date
Ensure depot procedures, policies, and systems are followed consistently
Drive strong communication between sales, logistics, accounts, and procurement teams
Ensure efficient driver routing and daily planning
Maintain company vans and fleet standards
Ensure staff are trained, compliant, and professionally presented
Lead, motivate, and manage depot teams day to day
Manage holidays, uniforms, and staffing levels
Ensure the depot is fully operational during business hours
Take a hands-on approach when required to support customers and business objectives
Produce reports in line with company requirements
Maintain strong communication across departmentsAbout You
Proven leadership or depot/branch management experience
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and people management ability
Good IT and system literacy
Solid industry knowledge (hire, plant, tools, or similar sectors preferred)
Strong numeracy and organisational skills
Flexible, proactive, and hands-on work ethicWhat’s on Offer
Competitive salary of £40,000 – £50,000 + Annual Bonus Scheme
Company car included
Stable Monday–Friday working hours
Opportunity to lead a successful, well-established depotNext Steps
If you’re interested, apply with an up-to-date CV via this advert or contact Karla at Kemp Recruitment on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
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