Yard & Transport Supervisor

LBS Builders Merchants Limited; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share Bonus Scheme

Online discount portal

Employee Care Helpline and digital GP

Staff discount scheme

Death in Service

Formal training and career progression

Job summary

LBS Builders Merchants Limited Port Talbot is seeking a proactive Yard Foreperson to oversee the yard, warehouse and transport operations. You will report to the Branch Manager and drive efficiency, safety and outstanding customer service.

Key duties include supervising yard staff and drivers, maintaining stock presentation, overseeing deliveries and ensuring daily vehicle checks. Forklift operation and training may be required to support stock movements and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team-leading experience in a builders’ merchant, warehouse, or logistics environment.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Customer-first approach with excellent communication skills.
• Good knowledge of health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate yard staff and drivers to maximise productivity.
• Maintain safe, organised storage and stock presentation across the yard and warehouse.
• Schedule and oversee customer deliveries, ensuring vehicles are used effectively.
• Ensure all vehicles and forklifts are checked daily, maintained, and kept safe and presentable.
• Provide excellent customer service to trade and retail customers.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Health & safety knowledge

Tools

Forklift license

IT systems basics

Job description

LBS Builders Merchants Limited Port Talbot is seeking a proactive Yard Foreperson to oversee the yard, warehouse and transport operations. You will report to the Branch Manager and drive efficiency, safety and outstanding customer service.

Key duties include supervising yard staff and drivers, maintaining stock presentation, overseeing deliveries and ensuring daily vehicle checks. Forklift operation and training may be required to support stock movements and safety compliance.