Required Skills
Proven experience as a senior manager within logistics
Job Summary
Depot Manager – Logistics & Distribution
Southampton, UK
£45,000 – £55,000 + Company Car + Bonus + Benefits
Are you a people-first leader who thrives in high-volume logistics?
A well-established logistics business is looking for an experienced Depot Manager to lead operations at their busy Southampton site. With a team of 50+ staff and responsibility for managing up to 400 pallet movements per day, this role offers the opportunity to shape service delivery, drive performance, and build a high-performing culture.
What You’ll Do
• Lead all aspects of depot operations – warehouse and transport
• Motivate and develop a large team to deliver service excellence
• Oversee performance, productivity, and cost control
• Maintain high safety standards and regulatory compliance
• Drive continuous improvement and process optimisation
• Collaborate with internal and external partners for seamless logistics execution
What You’ll Need
• Experience managing a busy logistics, depot, or transport operation
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Commercially aware with a focus on service delivery KPIs
• Knowledge of warehousing, pallet networks, and fleet operations
• Hands-on, solutions-focused, and people-driven
What’s on Offer
• £45,000 – £55,000 per annum
• Company car
• Bonus scheme based on performance
• 28 days holiday + pension
• Supportive leadership team and genuine autonomy
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact at a critical site
Ready to step up and lead with impact?
Apply now to shape the future of depot operations in a fast-paced, customer-focused logistics environment.