Depot Manager

Our client is a well‑established haulage operator with a strong reputation for service, safety, and operational excellence. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a commercially minded Depot Manager to lead and develop one of their key Scottish operations.

This is a senior operational role with full responsibility for depot performance, profitability, compliance, and customer service.

As Depot Manager, you will have end‑to‑end responsibility for the day‑to‑day running and commercial success of the depot. You will lead transport and operational teams as well as be responsible for customer acquisition.

• Full P&L responsibility for the depot, driving revenue growth and cost control
• Managing all transport and warehouse operations, ensuring service levels are consistently achieved
• Leading, motivating, and developing transport managers, planners, supervisors, and drivers
• Ensuring full compliance with Operator Licence obligations, drivers' hours, tachograph regulations, and health & safety legislation
• Managing fleet utilisation, maintenance planning, and operational efficiency
• Building strong relationships with key customers, identifying opportunities to improve service and grow accounts
• Monitoring and reporting on KPIs including margin, utilisation, compliance, service performance, and costs
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across people, processes, and systems
• Acting as the senior point of contact for customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies

This role will suit a commercially astute transport professional with strong leadership skills and a proven background in depot or site management within the haulage sector.

• Proven experience as a Depot Manager, Transport Manager, or Senior Operations Manager within haulage or related transport environments
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, margins, and cost control
• In‑depth knowledge of UK road transport legislation and Operator Licence compliance
• CPC (National or International)
• A hands‑on leadership style with the ability to engage and develop large operational teams
• Experience using transport management systems and performance reporting tools
• Excellent communication and customer relationship management skills
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach in a fast‑paced environment