Assistant Depot Manager

Our client is looking to recruit an Assistant Depot Manager to be based at their depot in Warrington. The successful applicant will work alongside the depot Manager and take overall responsibility for the site in the Depot Managers absence, whilst also playing an active ‘hands on’ part in the depot team when required.

You will be required to assist the Depot Manager in the provision of an efficient and economic distribution service to customers and maintaining the standards of storage and the security of company stocks and property.

Duties will be varied and will include;
: Accurately process all documentation relating to incoming stock
: Process orders and delivery notes for outgoing stock
: Arrange, process and monitor third party orders and deliveries
: Provide support to depot Manager as required
: Respond to telephone and counter enquiries
: Assist with loading / unloading of goods as required

Experience and Skills;

: Fork lift truck driver licence ( would be an advantage )
: Full Driving Licence – Essential
: Stock Management
: Distribution Services
: Experience of working in a customer facing environment
: Experience of working with computerised stock management – Desirable

Applicants should have excellent customer service skills, good communication skills, be a great team player and have some experience of people management. You will also have experience of stock management systems and be computer literate.

You will be enthusiastic, pro-active, and be able to work to work on your own initiative. A valid clean driving licence is also essential. Preference will be given to applicants with Forklift qualifications.

In a business where seasonal fluctuations frequently impact on the demands of the team, a flexible approach to working hours is also required.

Adecco is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.