Delivery Manager

Grafton Group plc; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading builder’s merchants is looking for an Operations Manager in Leeds. You will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, implementing sales strategies, and developing your team to maximize performance. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, operational management experience, and a customer-focused approach. This role ensures a collaborative work environment while achieving business goals and providing excellent service to customers.

Benefits

Colleague Discount

Paid Volunteer Leave

Enhanced Family Leave Pay

Refer a Friend Bonus

Health Cash Plan

Gym Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team and managing operations.
• Ability to implement sales strategies effectively.
• Strong communication skills to train and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily delivery operations and ensure smooth functioning.
• Implement the store’s sales plan and make sound commercial decisions.
• Conduct training and foster a high-support environment.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Management

Customer Service

Team Development

Sales Planning

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the Delivery Team:
  • Oversee daily delivery operations and ensure smooth functioning.
  • Plan deliveries and ensure accurate, safe loading.
  • Conduct plant / vehicle checks and manage outbound deliveries.
• Driving Commercial Success:
  • Implement the store’s sales plan and make sound commercial decisions.
  • Maximize delivery service profitability and promote monthly offers.
  • Handle customer inquiries and upsell Selco services.
• Empowering and Developing the Team:
  • Set direction and assign tasks, monitoring results.
  • Conduct training, briefings, and inductions for direct reports and drivers.
  • Foster a high-support, high-challenge environment and empower colleagues.
• Operational Leadership & On-Duty Responsibility:
  • Act as the senior leader, managing store operations and resolving issues.
  • Ensure clear communication and handovers between shifts.
  • Serve as a key holder, responsible for opening / closing and security.
• Service & Store Culture:
  • Inspire and lead by example, setting the standard for customer service.
  • Promote teamwork and recognize colleagues who embody core values.
  • Ensure safe, ethical, and compliant store operations.

Rewards & Benefits

At Selco Builders Warehouse, we believe in rewarding our colleagues with a benefits package that truly makes a difference. Here’s what you’ll enjoy when you join our team :

Work-Life Balance & Extras

• Colleague Discount – Enjoy discounts at Selco and other Grafton Group businesses to help with home improvements.
• Holiday Buy Scheme – Purchase extra holiday and spread the cost over 12 months.
• Paid Volunteer Leave – Take time off to give back to a cause close to your heart.
• Enhanced Family Leave Pay – Extra support for maternity, paternity, adoption, and fertility treatments.
• Free Breakfast – Start your day right with access to our in-store and office pantries.
• Apprenticeships & Career Development – Learn, grow, and take your career to the next level.
• Refer a Friend Bonus – Know someone great? Earn a bonus when they join our team!

Financial Benefits

• Enhanced Pension Scheme – We match every 1% above the statutory 5% that you contribute.
• EarlyPay – Access your earned wages before payday when you need them.
• Profit-Based Bonus Scheme – We work hard and celebrate success with quarterly and yearly bonuses.
• ShareSave Scheme – Share in the success you help create! Save from just £5 a month and have the option to become a Grafton Group Plc shareholder.
• Retail & Leisure Discounts – Save on groceries, restaurants, cinema tickets, theme parks, utilities and more!

Health & Wellbeing

• Health Cash Plan – We cover the cost of a plan that lets you claim cash back on everyday medical treatments like dental, optical, and prescriptions. Plus, access video consultations with a GP.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Free and confidential support, including counselling, financial guidance, and legal advice.
• Life Assurance – Protection for your loved ones should the unexpected happen.
• Gym Discounts – Save up to 25% at hundreds of health clubs nationwide.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Get a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice, saving on tax and making commuting easier!

About Us

Looking to build a career with a company that’s proud to support the nation’s tradespeople? At Selco Builders Warehouse, we’re always on the lookout for enthusiastic, down-to-earth individuals who bring a positive, team-first attitude to everything they do!

We’re a well-established name in the industry with a strong store network across the UK—and we’re continuing to invest in our people, our business, and our future. It’s a busy, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, but you’ll be surrounded by great colleagues and backed by a superb reward and benefits package.

We’re committed to being a truly inclusive employer. That means creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive—regardless of background or experience. Health and Safety remains our top priority, and we’ll always support our colleagues in doing their best work, safely.