Yard Supervisor/Manager

E3 Recruitment; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Yard Supervisor / Manager in Stoke-on-Trent. The role involves overseeing daily operations in a busy yard, managing a team of 13, and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards. The ideal candidate will have previous leadership experience and a solid grasp of stock management. A competitive salary of £40,000 and opportunities for career development are offered.

Benefits

£40,000 per annum

Flexible hours: 7am-4pm / 8am-5pm

Paid overtime available

Career development and training provided

Qualifications

• 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 organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Solid Health & Safety knowledge and manual handling practices.
• Valid forklift licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and coordinate a team of around 13 staff.
• Manage all yard operations, including receiving, storage, and dispatch.
• Coordinate accurate picking, loading, and dispatch of customer orders.
• Maintain yard organization and Health & Safety compliance.
• Conduct stock counts, manage rotation, and minimize damages.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Stock management

Health & Safety knowledge

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Kerridge system

Forklifts

Job description

Yard Supervisor / Manager - Stoke-on-Trent

Our 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 [phone]