Yard Foreperson

James Donaldson Group ltd; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MGM Timber St Andrews is seeking a dedicated Yard Foreperson to lead our busy yard, ensuring accurate stock management, safe working practices and timely order fulfilment.

You will motivate the yard team, deliver excellent customer service, and support the Branch Manager with day-to-day operations and staff development in a timber merchant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in timber merchant or builders' merchant.
• Experience leading or supervising a team.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workloads.

Responsibilities

• Manage picking and preparation of orders.
• Lead and motivate the yard team to high performance.
• Provide professional, friendly service at all times.
• Oversee goods-in deliveries and stock accuracy.
• Safely manage stock across yard storage areas.
• Maintain housekeeping and stock presentation throughout the yard.
• Ensure health and safety policies are followed.
• Assist Branch Manager with daily operations and staff development.
• Conduct regular stock checks and participate in stock control.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Organisation

Health and safety

Hands-on

Driving licence

Tools

Forklift truck

Job description

Join Our Team as Yard Foreperson at MGM Timber St Andrews

About Us

With decades of experience in timber and building products, highly knowledgeable staff and 15 branches across Scotland, it's easy to see why MGM Timber is Scotland's top independent timber merchant. Our experience and geographical spread enable us to provide unrivalled service to all our customers, large or small.

Since 2005, we have been part of the James Donaldson Group, a leading family-owned timber industry company with a rich heritage spanning over 160 years and 12 businesses and brands. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and environmental responsibility.

Position Overview

As Yard Foreperson at MGM Timber St Andrews, you will play a key leadership role in the day-to-day management of our busy yard operation. Responsible for leading and motivating the yard team, you will ensure excellent customer service, efficient stock management, safe working practices, and the timely fulfilment of customer and delivery orders.

This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone with experience in a timber or builders' merchant environment who enjoys leading by example and creating a positive, high-performing team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the picking and preparation of customer and delivery orders.
• Lead, manage, and motivate the yard team to achieve high standards of performance and customer service.
• Ensure customers receive a professional, friendly, and efficient service at all times.
• Oversee all goods-in deliveries, ensuring stock is received accurately and efficiently.
• Safely and effectively manage stock within all yard storage areas.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, organisation, and stock presentation throughout the yard.
• Ensure compliance with all company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Support the Branch Manager in the day-to-day operation of the branch and assist with staff training and development.
• Conduct regular stock checks and assist with stock control activities.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within a timber merchant, builders' merchant, or similar trade environment.
• Proven experience leading or supervising a team.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example.
• Forklift Truck experience (preferred).
• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred).
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements within a yard or warehouse environment.