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Depot Manager – Shefford

£45,000 – £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Are you ready to take charge of a busy depot and lead a team to deliver outstanding customer service and operational excellence?

This is your chance to step into a Depot Manager role where you’ll have real ownership — leading warehouse and customer service teams, driving performance, and making key decisions that shape daily operations.

About the Company

You’ll be joining a global leader in battery collection, recycling, and distribution, supporting industries that keep the world moving. With operations across Europe and beyond, the company combines strong heritage with a forward-thinking approach, investing in people, technology, and sustainability. They are committed to developing their teams, building a culture of continuous improvement, and making a positive impact on both customers and the environment.

What’s in it for you?

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£45,000 – £50,000 salary depending on experience

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Annual bonus – 7.5% based on company performance and personal objectives

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25 days holiday + bank holidays

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Pension scheme – salary sacrifice with company matching up to 6%

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Life assurance – 3x your salary

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Employee Assistance Programme – with up to 6 face-to-face or video counselling sessions per case

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A company committed to leadership development with training hosted by ACAS, external partners, and a web-based eLearning platform

What you’ll be doing

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Managing and motivating your team to increase service levels and ensure efficiency

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Overseeing warehouse and customer service operations, making sure KPIs are met and exceeded

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Driving stock management, stock takes, and implementing improvements where needed

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Working with logistics partners (own fleet and external hauliers) to ensure on-time, cost-effective deliveries

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Supporting and coaching your team to deliver excellent customer service and maximise sales opportunities

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Ensuring health & safety standards are met, with compliance at the heart of everything you do

What we’re looking for

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2–4 years’ management experience in distribution, logistics, automotive aftermarket (AAG, GSF, LKQ, MPD etc) or a related environment

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Proven ability to lead teams, motivate staff, and deliver results

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Strong background in warehouse management systems (WMS), stock control, and KPI-driven performance

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Experience of change management or digital transformation would be a real advantage

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A customer-focused mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to solve problems quickly and effectively

This is more than just a depot management role — it’s an opportunity to make a real impact, drive continuous improvement, and develop as a leader in a forward-thinking business.

If you want to be a branch manager with a market-leading global company, please apply, and Stewart Lupton, JSL Solutions - Automotive Aftermarket Recruitment, will be in touch.

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