Join to apply for the Yard Foreperson role at LBS Builders Merchants in Port Talbot.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervise and coordinate yard staff and drivers to maximise productivity.
* Maintain safe, organised storage and stock presentation across the yard and warehouse.
* Schedule and oversee customer deliveries, ensuring vehicles are used effectively.
* Ensure all vehicles and forklifts are checked daily, maintained, and kept safe and presentable.
* Provide excellent customer service to both trade and retail customers, offering advice where required.
* Oversee the accurate picking, loading, and unloading of stock for deliveries, collections, and transfers.
* Contribute to stock management, accuracy, and rotation, including ongoing stock takes.
* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, company procedures, and security requirements.
* Support and develop staff through training, appraisals, and day‑to‑day coaching.
What We’re Looking For
* Previous supervisory or team‑leading experience, ideally within a builders’ merchant, warehouse, or logistics environment.
* Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to motivate a team.
* A customer‑first approach with excellent communication skills.
* Good knowledge of health & safety practices.
* Forklift licence (or willingness to train) would be an advantage.
* Basic IT skills for stock and system checks.
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading name in the Welsh builders’ merchants sector with a strong reputation for exceptional customer service. You'll be joining a supportive & collaborative team and a business that values growth, development, and success.
Benefits include profit share bonus scheme, online discount portal (money off retail brands and holidays), employee care helpline, digital GP, staff discount scheme, death in service, and formal training and career progression opportunities.
Hours of work: An average of 40.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7:30 am – 4:30 pm plus every other Saturday morning from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Salary: Depending on experience.
Interested? If you’re an organised, safety‑conscious leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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