Depot Manager – Walvis Bay, Namibia

About the role

The Depot Manager will oversee all day‑to‑day operations of the Walvis Bay depot, driving sales growth and ensuring high levels of customer service. The role requires strong leadership, a focus on inventory control and the willingness to travel across Namibia and occasionally elsewhere in Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Manage overall depot operations, including stock control, ordering, and inventory management.
• Develop and grow the depot’s sales and market share in a competitive environment.
• Build and maintain long‑term customer relationships, providing pre‑sales and after‑sales support.
• Monitor debtors, outstanding accounts and ensure accurate administrative processes.
• Lead, motivate and manage depot staff to achieve operational and sales targets.

Required profile

• Grade 12 / Matric with a minimum of 5 years’ sales experience, preferably in transport or logistics.
• Proven leadership and management experience, with a strong customer‑service orientation.
• Namibian citizenship (non‑negotiable) and willingness to travel within Namibia and potentially elsewhere in Africa.
• Valid Code 08 driver’s licence.

Required skills

• Advanced MS Excel (including Pivot Tables) and MS Word.
• Experience with Syspro ERP system.
• Strong stock control and inventory‑management capabilities.
• Technical knowledge of trailer parts and related products.

What we offer

• Salary ranging from R20 000 to R40 000 gross per month, plus commission.
• Pension fund and medical aid after three months of permanent employment.