Assistant Depot Manager

Hours / Days per week

37.5 hours per week. Shift pattern: 5 days out of 7 with occasional Sundays. Any 7.5 hours between 0700 and 1900 with one hour unpaid for lunch.

Felix can only employ applicants who currently have the right to work in the UK. As part of our safer recruitment policy, we ask questions regarding unspent criminal records and a clean driver licence is required.

Felix brings people together to rescue, repurpose, and share surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, turning an environmental problem into a social opportunity. Together with 16 other independent charities, 18,000 volunteers, and thousands of partners, we are the UK’s food rescue network, supporting 1.5 million people across the country.

The Assistant Depot Manager is a key role in the depot operations team. The main requirement is to play a leadership role and support the day‑to‑day operations in the depot, focusing on maintaining our standard operating procedures, especially in health & safety and food safety. The role will induct, train, and supervise staff and volunteers.

• Support the Depot Manager in day‑to‑day operations and provide cover in their absence.
• Ensure transport and yard operate efficiently.
• Coordinate, train, and supervise staff and volunteers.
• Plan and manage resources.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local community organisations and suppliers.
• Oversee depot operational data, ensuring it is secure and accurate.
• Plan routes and manage collections and deliveries with suppliers and community organisations.
• Manage stock, warehousing, depot facilities, and vans.
• Act as a local ambassador for Felix.
• Develop and implement local compliance policies (e.g., food handling, health & safety, volunteer policies).
• Increase impact and quality of the operation.
• Lead, develop, and manage depot staff and volunteers.
• Provide regular reporting and measurement.

Felix recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality, and challenges discrimination. We encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds, particularly those from a black and minority ethnic (BAME) background.

• Warehouse experience in FMCG sector or similar.
• Successful track record in a leadership position in a warehouse environment.
• Excellent people‑management experience and a history of driving performance and accountability.
• Proven ability to drive efficiency, improvement and/or support growth and change management.
• Experience in improving and embedding processes and systems to optimise operational efficiency.
• Knowledge of developing and implementing compliance policies (ideally food safety and health & safety).
• Ability and willingness to work in a busy environment.
• Ability to work within a team of varied individuals with a positive attitude.
• Meticulous organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong PC skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to engage in physical work as part of your daily job.
• Strong organisational skills to ensure daily operations are carried out safely and efficiently.

At Felix, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We value the unique contributions of every individual and strive to create a respectful, inclusive environment free from discrimination or prejudice, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees and volunteers.

• 28 days annual leave per annum (+ bank holidays) plus up to 2 days additional leave for length of service.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Birthday day off.
• Access to discounts for everyday expenses.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programme including 24‑hour GP helpline.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Opportunity for free meals whilst working at depots.
• After‑work activities such as Felix’s softball team, running club, and cycling club.