Depot Manager

Iveco Retail Limited

About the role

Depot Manager – ReadingLocation: Reading RG7 4ADJob Type: Full-timeWork Location: In personWork Authorisation: United Kingdom (required)The OpportunityWe are looking for a Depot Manager to lead our Reading depot, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the site while delivering excellent customer service, strong financial performance, and an engaged, high-performing team.This is a hands-on leadership role offering constant learning, working within a committed, collaborative, and passionate team. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, time-constrained environment and will be focused on operational excellence, people development, and continuous improvement.The RoleAs Depot Manager, you will have full responsibility for the performance and operation of the depot, including people, processes, health & safety, customer satisfaction, and commercial results.You will work closely with parts, service, and operational teams to ensure efficient workflows, effective stock control, and a consistently high standard of service delivery.The SpecificsKey responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Overall management of the Reading depot’s daily operations• Leading, motivating, and developing depot staffEnsuring excellent customer service across all departmentsOverseeing parts operations, including front and rear counters where requiredControlling stock movements, accuracy, and availabilityEnsuring compliance with health & safety and company policiesManaging depot performance against KPIs and targetsSupporting continuous improvement and operational efficiencyActing as a key point of contact between the depot and senior managementWhat We’re Looking ForWe want to work with the best people, regardless of background or formal qualifications. You’ll fit right in if you bring:Strong leadership and people management skillsExperience in a depot, parts, automotive, or commercial vehicle environmentA proactive, hands-on, and solution-focused mindsetThe ability to perform under pressure and manage competing prioritiesPassion for learning, development, and continuous improvementExcellent organisational and communication skillsPreferred experience: 1 year preferredBenefits of Working at Iveco RetailWe value our people and offer a competitive benefits package, including:24 days annual leave per yearCarry over up to 5 days annual leaveLife Assurance (1x salary)Duvet DayCompany pension contribution up to 5%Private Medical InsuranceAttractive overtime rates up to 130%Bonus, incentive, and commission schemesAdditional InformationAbility to commute/relocate: Reading RG7 4AD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)It is a condition of employment that employees may be required to undertake such other duties as may reasonably be required of them. Furthermore, it may be necessary to change the roles and responsibilities from time to time. Management reserves the right to implement such changes.This will be a role offering constant learning, working as part of a committed and collaborative team. We are very passionate about what we do and, therefore, the successful candidate will be focused and capable of delivering in a fast-paced and time-constrained environment.Iveco Retail wants to work with the best people, no matter their background or qualifications. So, if you are passionate about learning new things, have great experience, talent, and passion, you will fit right in.Job Type: Full-timeAbility to commute/relocate: Reading RG7 4AD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred)Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)Work Location: In personBenefits:Company pensionEmployee discountOn-site parking We are Iveco Retail, part of Iveco Group, a global organisation committed to transforming our business and leading the change towards a more sustainable future. We continuously push boundaries, embrace innovation, and deliver outstanding products and services to our customers. At Iveco Group, WE GO BEYOND.