Depot Manager
| Posting date: | 16 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £54,000.0 to £60,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £54000.00 - £60000.00 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 June 2026 |
| Location: | Saint Columb Major, England, TR9 6SX |
| Company: | St Austell Brewery Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2719031 |
Summary
We’re looking for an experienced and driven Depot Manager to lead our St Columb distribution depot, playing a key role in delivering our products across the region.
This is a senior leadership position with full P&L accountability, responsible for overseeing transport and warehouse operations while ensuring industry-leading standards in safety, compliance, and customer service. You’ll lead a multi-functional team and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.
What you’ll be doing
Operational Leadership
- Lead all transport and warehouse operations, ensuring seamless daily execution
- Deliver outstanding service performance, including OTIF targets
- Ensure full compliance with all legal, regulatory, and health & safety standards
- Optimise fleet utilisation, warehouse efficiency, and resource planning
People & Culture
- Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team across drivers, warehouse, and office functions
- Embed a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Oversee recruitment, training, and succession planning
- Manage employee relations fairly and consistently
Financial & Commercial Management
- Own the depot P&L, delivering against budget and financial targets
- Drive revenue growth and margin improvement
- Control costs across labour, fleet, agency, and overheads
- Ensure accurate invoicing and cost management processes
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Track, analyse, and report on operational and financial KPIs
- Identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions
- Manage seasonal peaks effectively
- Use data-driven insights to enhance performance and efficiency
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience in a senior depot, transport, or logistics management role
- Strong knowledge of fleet operations, route planning, and depot management
- Solid understanding of driver hours, tachograph regulations, and compliance
- Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment
- Strong commercial awareness, with experience managing budgets and P&L
- Skilled in performance management, coaching, and employee engagement
- A proactive leader who can drive change and continuous improvement
What We Offer in Return
- 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Competitive pension
- Company bonus scheme
- 30% discount on food & drink in our managed pubs and Visitor Centre shop
- 50% discount on accommodation across the managed estate
- Westfield Health cash plan – claim back on dental, eye care, physio and more
- Westfield Rewards – retail and lifestyle discounts
Additional Information
For further information, please email recruitment@staustellbrewery.co.uk
St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.
Early applications are encouraged. We review applications on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Please note we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs and associated fees will not be accepted.
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer UK sponsorship for this role.
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