UNITED WHOLESALE GROCERS LTD
General Manager - Greater Manchester
How you stack up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
General Manager - Greater Manchester
Job Details
Job title: General Manager Depot: Greater Manchester Responsible to: Cash & Carry Controller
Who We Are
United Wholesale Grocers Limited was founded in 1977 by Mr. Mohammed Ramzan. The company has over 200 employees with a turnover in excess of £220 million. We have 3 have branches, 2 in Glasgow and 1 at Gateshead in the North East of England and we are about to open a new branch in the Greater Manchester area. We are primarily a Cash & Carry Wholesale business with a wide product portfolio consisting of Beers, Wines, Spirits, Soft Drinks, Confectionary, Crisps and Snacks, Household and Grocery.
Job Purpose
The development of depot sales and the organisation of profitable operations, in order to provide a high-quality service to our customer.
Key Tasks / Responsibilities
Engage with existing, potential and lapsed customers and Key Account Managers in order to continually develop both sales and customer base, including symbol group portfolio Maintain strong relationships with all existing and potential new customers whilst ensuring high standards of customer service throughout all depot operations Depot standards The control of delivered operations in order to ensure optimum service levels are achieved Work collaboratively with the Trading function in order to ensure that product layout within the depot supports the delivery of maximum sales and profitability Coordinate the delivery of planned depot promotional activity Maximise revenue from local suppliers through effective negotiations at depot level Control levels of depot wastage in order to ensure minimal impact on depot margin The control of goods receipt, merchandising and sales operations to maximise availability and sales. The control of stock and order, stocktaking and stock checking operations Control the purchase, use and maintenance of all equipment, plant and machinery Ensure provision of adequate levels of supervision, coaching/guidance, communication and opportunities for staff involvement and development Ensuring that agreed sales targets are achieved Control of operational costs in accordance with agreed budgets Ensure compliance with appropriate levels of the competency framework Maintain employee and organisational confidentiality in line with the Data Protection Act Demonstrate commitment to equality and diversity Comply with Health and Safety responsibilities in line with the Company Health, Safety and Environmental Policy. Comply with all other policy and legal requirements in relation to role
Reasons to use Rodeo
I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
See breakdownIt searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Qualities We Look For
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Great organisational skills Strong Leader Working knowledge of Microsoft packages Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Ability to operate in a team environment Customer focus Facilitation skills Time management skills Ability to motivate and develop staff Experience managing costs and resources Assertiveness Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships
The closing date for applications will be on Friday 19th June 2026
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills