Assistant Distribution Manager

Join a Family-Run Business with a Proud History Become Our Assistant Distribution Manager!

Are you looking to be part of a company that values its employees and customers equally? We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Distribution Manager to join our team and help continue our legacy of delivering excellence for nearly 80 years.

• Position: Assistant Distribution Manager

• Type: Permanent

• Salary: Starting at £38,766 per annum

• Hours: 48 hours per week (some weekend work required)

• Location: Manchester

• Benefits: Auto-enrolment pension, employee discount, free on-site parking

We are a leading North West-based independent dairy company with a reputation for quality, reliability, and community support. We pride ourselves on offering growth, job satisfaction, and stabilitywhile keeping a close-knit, family-like culture.

Our customers rely on us for fresh, high-quality products delivered on time. As our Assistant Distribution Manager, you will be a key part of our distribution team, ensuring that deliveries are safe, efficient, and cost-effective. You will oversee route planning, scheduling, compliance, and vehicle maintenance while leading a team dedicated to service excellence.

• Ensure drivers comply with legal requirements (hours, tachograph rules, speed limits).

• Work alongside supervisors, admin staff, and drivers to meet operational targets.

• Oversee staff training, disciplinary issues, and grievances.

• Collaborate with the Fleet Maintenance Manager to ensure vehicles are properly maintained.

• Plan and schedule delivery routes for maximum efficiency.

• Monitor stock levels and minimize wastage.

• Maintain compliance with industry accreditations (e.g., Red Tractor).

• Manage driver infringements and ensure timely tachograph downloads.

• Generate performance reports for senior management.

• Essential: Minimum Class C licence and Drivers CPC.

• Supervisory experience in a distribution/logistics environment.

• Knowledge of vehicle loading capacities, Health & Safety regulations, and temperature control.

• Strong planning, organisational, and leadership skills.

• A keen eye for hygiene, safety, and operational efficiency.

• Excellent communication and customer service focus.

We seek proactive, high-performing individuals who align with our core principles:

• Excellence Striving for the best outcomes.

• Integrity Acting with honesty and professionalism.

• Teamwork Working together for success.

• Respect Valuing every team member.

• Communication Open and timely information sharing.

• Care Commitment to our community and the environment.

• Courage Challenging the status quo for continuous improvement.

If youre ready to drive results, build effective teams, and make a real impact in a well-established company, wed love to hear from you!

Apply Today!