As an Assistant Depot Manager you will support the Depot Manager in leading and inspiring your team to achieve and exceed sales targets through building strong working relationships with the local trade. In your Depot Managers absence you will confidently be able to ensure the smooth running of the depot.

Job Responsibilities:

• -> Support your Depot Manager in the day to day operations as well as provide cover in your Depot Manager’s absence.
• -> Embrace and promote Howdens unique selling points such as product quality and best local price.
• -> Maintain a safe working environment, in line with Health and Safety Regulations.
• -> Deliver results by contributing to profitability and sales turnover.
• -> Use your excellent communication skills to develop collaborative business associations with customers from the building trade, to enable positive and trusting relationships.
• -> To have a good understanding of the depot costs and banking.
• -> To directly communicate with Senior and Area Managers as appropriate in the absence of the Depot Manager.
• -> To promote and ensure effective account management.
• -> To assist in the return of acceptable stock inventory results in line with company targets and guidelines.

Requirements:

• -> Excellent customer service skills
• -> Proven management skills in the trade industry
• -> Ability to achieve sales targets by developing and managing a team
• -> Problem solving skills
• -> Able to communicate effectively and report to all levels
• -> A desire for continuous personal and professional development