Job Description

Job Ref:

DM1446600FarDD

Location:

Fareham , Hampshire

Postcode:

PO15 5AP

Type of contract:

Permanent

Salary:

Posted Date:

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Closing Date:

Wednesday, December 24, 2025


Depot Director


This is an exciting opportunity for someone with previous experience in sales and operations to take on responsibility for our Fareham operation as Depot Director. You would be looking after a team of 44 employees, supported by on-site Operations and Sales Manager.


The successful candidate will report directly to a Director on the Latham's Limited board and will be supported by colleagues throughout the business. They will oversee all aspects of the site including budgeting and overheads, performance of sales and operations, and people management. They must be able to implement group policy in such things as health and safety, customer care, supply chain and developing employees in order to build a strong team and grow the business.


They will need to be pro-active, confident and an excellent communicator. It is essential that they have the skills to lead a team and make decisions independently but seek advice appropriately.


The Fareham site is approx. 36,000 ft2 purpose-built facility located near the M27. It has excellent facilities that allow us to meet customer needs efficiently while providing employees with a safe, comfortable working environment.


Previous experience in the timber industry is not essential however manegment experience is.


Package is by negotiation but would include the items listed below as well as private medical cover and a car allowance. Relocation expenses would be available if necessary.


You'll be working in a modern and well-equipped environment which provides opportunities to develop and grow your career. You will be part of a friendly team that continually seeks out new and innovative products and better ways to serve its customers. Benefits include a competitive salary, up to 7.5% matched pension contributions, bonus schemes, a Health Cash Plan, life assurance and a free employee assistance program offering mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support.


James Latham is one of the UK's largest independent trade distributors of timber, panels and decorative surfaces. As a long-established, family-owned business with history back to 1757, we believe our success is down to our employees and are proud to say that many of our team stay with us for decades. In a recent survey 86% said they would recommend James Latham as a great place to work. Please see our website - www.lathamtimber.co.uk - for further information on our company and some of the fantastic products we work with.


James Latham - the natural choice