Manager Designate

This role is field-based, covering a cluster of depots within a geographical area.

This is a brand new role that gives the successful candidate the opportunity to learn the business before stepping into the role of a Depot Manager should one become available.

As a Manager Designate, you will support a Depot Manager with the day-to-day running of the depot, and you will always identify and suggest new opportunities to grow sales. The support you offer the Depot Manager can range from reviewing the P&L to recruiting, leading by example, and motivating the team in order to achieve and exceed sales targets by building strong working relationships with the local trade.

The pace is fast, and the environment is competitive and demanding but also incredibly rewarding financially and in our strong sense of team spirit that makes us different from the rest.

This is a fantastic environment for you to soak up everything there is to know about becoming a Depot Manager in the future, and if you pair that with our extensive online and face-to-face training that we offer, you will have the skills and knowledge needed to be a successful Manager Designate and one day manage your own depot.

Skills and attributes you need to be a successful Manager Designate:

• Management experience
• Inspirational leader
• Sales focused
• Problem-solving skills
• Target-driven
• Effective communicator
• Ambition and drive
• Customer service
• Thrive in fast-paced environments
  
  

What You Get From Us As An Manager Designate

• Competitive base salary
• Team incentives and outings
• Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%.
• 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Buy as you earn share scheme
  
  

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How To Apply

When you apply, you will need to attach a CV. If this is your first time applying for a role with us, you will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account. Good luck with your application.

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 [email protected] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.