Job Description
We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Yard Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the yard at our clients’ busy builders merchant branch.You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and customer-focused handling of building materials and goods in and out of the yard. This role involves leading a team of yard operatives, maintaining stock accuracy, ensuring health and safety compliance and delivering excellent service to our trade and retail customers. Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the yard team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
* Oversee the receipt, storage and dispatch of building materials.
* Maintain accurate stock records and carry out regular stock checks.
* Ensure all health and safety regulations are followed at all times.
* Maintain a clean, safe and organised yard environment.
* Operate forklifts.
* Provide outstanding customer service by assisting customers in the yard and loading materials safely.
* Coordinate deliveries and collections with the transport team.
* Monitor staff performance and provide coaching and training where needed.
* Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve delivery or stock issues.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a similar role, ideally in a builders merchant environment.
* Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team effectively.
* Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
* Knowledge of building materials and industry products is highly desirable.
* Valid forklift license
* Strong focus on health and safety compliance.
Benefits:
* Salary: Up to £32,000
* Pension scheme
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Career progression within a growing company