Yard Supervisor/Manager Permanent 3 weeks ago

E3 Recruitment

  • Stoke-on-Trent
  • £40,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
  • Apply easily
Yard Supervisor / Manager – Stoke-on-TrentOur client is a long-established, market-leading supplier with over 90 years in the industry. Their busy yard operations support a fast-growing business, with activity peaking seasonally and requiring strong leadership, organisation and the ability to motivate a team.The Role as a Yard Supervisor / Manager
This pivotal leadership position oversees the smooth running of a 5-acre yard, managing inbound goods from multiple suppliers and the preparation/dispatch of customer orders. You’ll ensure safe, efficient, and well-organised operations all year round while driving high standards in Health & Safety, accuracy, and customer service.What’s in it for you as a Yard Supervisor / Manager:
  • £40,000 per annum
  • Flexible hours: 7am-4pm / 8am-5pm
  • Paid overtime available for those who want it
  • Career development and training provided – the company invests in its staff
  • Join a well-established, forward-thinking business with a reputation for operational excellence
Key responsibilities within the Yard Supervisor / Manager position:
  • Lead, motivate, and coordinate a team of around 13 staff
  • Work with the Commercial Manager on daily planning and resource allocation
  • Manage all yard operations, including receiving, storage and dispatch of stock via Kerridge system
  • Organise daily deliveries from multiple suppliers and ensure correct storage
  • Coordinate accurate picking, loading, and dispatch of customer orders to meet delivery targets
  • Maintain yard organisation, cleanliness and Health & Safety compliance
  • Oversee seasonal preparation, peak-period operations, and off-season maintenance
  • Conduct stock counts, manage rotation, and minimise damages
  • Provide training and coaching to new and existing staff
  • Operate forklifts when required (valid licence essential)
  • Handle first-line disciplinary procedures in line with company policy
Essential qualifications & experience as a Yard Supervisor / Manager:
  • Previous leadership experience in yard, warehouse, or operations management
  • Strong people management skills with the ability to build and develop teams
  • Proven track record in stock management and operational efficiency
  • Hands-on approach with strong organisational and problem-solving skills
  • Solid Health & Safety knowledge and manual handling practices
  • Valid forklift licence
If you’re a confident, hands-on leader with the skills and drive to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently, we’d love to hear from you – APPLY TODAY and take the next step in your career.
I’m Fiona McSheffrey, a specialist recruiter in the Construction and Modular Building Supply sector at E3 Recruitment. I work in partnership with leading companies across the UK and Internationally, connecting high-calibre professionals with roles that truly support long-term career progression.If you’d like more information about this opportunity – or wish to have a confidential discussion about your next career move – please contact me directly at E3 Recruitment. 01484 645 269 or mobile 07563 394 529

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