Field Based Depot Manager

Field Based Depot Manager

Join Howdens, the UK’s leading Trade Kitchen Supplier

We’re looking for a Field‑Based Depot Manager, where you’ll support a group of depots across the London region while completing hands‑on training that prepares you to run your own depot. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, learning on the job and working with different teams.

You’ll be involved in the day‑to‑day running of our depots, gaining experience across all areas of operations from sales and customer service to stock, warehouse and people management. Once you’ve completed your training and a suitable opportunity becomes available, you’ll step into a permanent Depot Manager position.

As a manager‑led business, our Depot Managers have real autonomy and make decisions that directly impact the success of their depot. It’s fast‑paced, competitive and commercially focused, but also hugely rewarding both financially and in the strong sense of team spirit across our network.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and monthly bonuses.
• Company car provided
• Full training across operations, people leadership and commercial management
• Clear development into Depot Manager and further leadership roles
• Competitive Pension Plan up to 12% company contribution
• Up to 34 days annual leave per year including bank holidays, rising with service
• Generous staff discount on Howdens products
• Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme
• No Sunday or Bank Holiday working
• Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family

What we are looking for:

• Previous management experience in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment
• Someone who can lead, motivate and develop a team
• Strong commercial awareness and confidence reviewing P&L performance
• Ability to spot new opportunities to grow sales
• A problem‑solver who takes a hands‑on approach
• Great communication skills with the ability to build strong local trade relationships
• Ability to commit to a 40‑hour working week, including working every other Saturday morning
• Full UK Driving licence and flexibility to travel across depots during training

What you will be doing:

• Supporting the day‑to‑day running of multiple depots
• Learning all areas of depot operations through hands‑on experience
• Identifying sales opportunities and helping improve depot performance
• Reviewing P&L performance and understanding how to manage a depot budget
• Getting involved in recruitment, coaching and motivating your team
• Building strong relationships with local trade customers
• Leading by example in a fast‑paced, competitive and rewarding environment
• Creating a positive team culture where people feel supported and motivated

About Us  

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 950 depots throughout the UK and Europe, making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.4 billion turnover.

How to apply:

If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Field Based Depot Manager, then we are keen to hear from you. 

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitment@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.