Yard Foreperson/Relief HGV Driver

MKM Building Supplies; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

MKM Building Supplies seeks a Warehouse Manager to oversee yard and warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and people management skills, have proven experience in warehousing, and hold a valid Class 2 license. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Performance-related bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Perkbox discounts

Financial planning support

Holiday accrual based on length of service

Free parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Mental health support

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Proven track record in warehouse/yard management.
• Previous foreman or management experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of merchant industry products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of yard/warehouse department.
• Ensure proper team management and customer service.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

People Management

Education

Class 2 license

Digital tachograph card

Up-to-date CPC training

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22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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Job Description:

The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in managing a warehouse/yard in a fast-paced environment and experience of effectively running a successful function. The individual will be responsible for the yard/warehouse operation and for providing excellent standards of service, efficiency, and performance. Please be aware the shift pattern for this role includes alternate Saturday mornings. You will also be required to make multi-drop deliveries to customers in the surrounding area, providing top-quality customer service while driving the Class 2 HGV vehicles with the HIAB Crane.

Duties will include:

1. Responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the yard/warehouse department
2. Efficiently managing a team of yard/warehouse staff, ensuring orders are correct and on time, providing top-quality customer service
3. Responsibility for all goods in/out
4. Ensuring company compliance with all warehouse/yard policies, legislations, and procedures, as well as health and safety issues
5. Managing, monitoring, and developing a team of warehouse/yard staff
6. Involvement in strategic development and improvements
7. Ensuring housekeeping is well maintained, including external presentation of our branch
8. Maintaining accurate administrative records

The successful candidate should have excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. We are looking for a candidate with strong people management skills who is keen to manage and develop the team whilst operating an efficient and effective yard/warehouse.

Previous foreman/management experience in a similar role and experience within the merchant industry would be preferable. Knowledge of the products/industry would also be an advantage. A Class 2 license, digital tachograph card, and up-to-date CPC training are essential for this role.

Benefits include a competitive salary package, performance-related bonus, contributory pension scheme, Perkbox discounts, financial planning support, holiday accrual based on length of service, free parking, cycle-to-work scheme, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, mental health support, and an employee assistance program.

MKM is the leading independent builders’ merchant in the UK, established in 1995.