Yard Manager

Mole Valley Farmers; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scottish Widows contributory pension –

Up to 25% colleague discount in store

Free parking on site

33 days of annual leave (bank holidays

Excellent training and development

Plenty of career progression

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive colleague benefits

Enhanced Family Leave Policies

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers in Yeovil is seeking a hands-on Yard Manager to lead the Yard and Feed Store team and ensure excellent service across the store. You’ll plan daily yard operations, manage stock, and drive safety and commercial performance, while building strong relationships with customers and supporting store leadership.

The role is permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week, 5 days out of 7), based on site in Yeovil, with opportunities for training and career progression within a farming and

Qualifications

• Experience in yard, retail, or operational management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Good IT skills and confidence using business systems.
• Knowledge of health & safety, compliance, and agricultural products.
• A proactive, adaptable, and solution‑focused approach.
• AMTRA, BASIS, or knowledge of FIAS/UFAS/NOPS (desirable).
• NVQ or equivalent in retail (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing the Yard and Feed Store Team to deliver high standards of service.
• Managing stock availability, replenishment, and merchandising across the yard and feed store.
• Building strong relationships with customers and offering tailored product solutions.
• Promoting seasonal products, store events, and campaigns.
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and operational standards.
• Analysing business data to inform decisions and drive performance.
• Supporting store audits, cash control, and security procedures.
• Deputising for the Store Manager and contributing to store leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Stock management

Customer service

Commercial mindset

Health & safety knowledge

Education

NVQ or equivalent in retail

Tools

Business systems

IT literacy

Job description

Application Deadline: 31 October 2026

Department: Yard / Feedstore

Location: Yeovil

Description

We’re looking for a hands‑on, customer-focused, and commercially minded individual to join our team as a Yard Manager. If you enjoy leading teams, working outdoors, and helping rural communities access the products they need, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Hours of Work: 37.5hours per week, working 5 out of 7 days

As Yard Manager, you’ll lead the Yard and Feed Store Team to deliver excellent service, maintain high standards, and drive commercial performance. You’ll be responsible for the day‑to‑day planning and organisation of yard operations, ensuring the site is safe, well‑stocked, and ready to trade.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and developing the Yard and Feed Store Team to deliver high standards of service


• Managing stock availability, replenishment, and merchandising across the yard and feed store


• Building strong relationships with customers and offering tailored product solutions


• Promoting seasonal products, store events, and campaigns


• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and operational standards


• Analysing business data to inform decisions and drive performance


• Supporting store audits, cash control, and security procedures


• Deputising for the Store Manager and contributing to store leadership

About You

• Previous experience in a yard, retail, or operational management role


• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills


• Good IT skills and confidence using business systems


• Knowledge of health & safety, compliance, and agricultural products


• A proactive, adaptable, and solution‑focused approach


• AMTRA, BASIS, or knowledge of FIAS/UFAS/NOPS (desirable)


• NVQ or equivalent in retail (desirable)

What We Offer

• Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%


• Up to 25% colleague discount in store


• Free parking on site


• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro‑rated for part‑time colleagues)


• Excellent training and development opportunities


• Plenty of career progression opportunities


• Life Assurance


• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust


• Comprehensive colleague benefits


• Enhanced Family Leave Policies