Pipe Yard Lead: Safe, Fast-Paced Outdoor Logistics

VP Supply Corp.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

VP Supply Corp. is seeking a dependable Pipe Yard Lead to oversee the Buffalo, NY yard operations, ensuring materials are received, stored, picked, loaded, and delivered safely and efficiently.

The role requires comfort working outdoors in a fast-paced distribution environment, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to safety. Schedule varies Monday–Friday between 5:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse, distribution center, pipe yard, lumber yard, construction supply, plumbing/HVAC supply, or similar environment preferred.
• Familiarity with pipe, plumbing, HVAC, construction, or industrial materials is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand pick tickets, packing slips, and other material documentation.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn company inventory systems.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials as required by the position.
• Flexible availability and willingness to work a varying schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of the pipe yard.
• Receive, unload, inspect, and organize pipe, fittings, valves, and other materials.
• Ensure yard inventory is accurately stored, identified, and maintained.
• Coordinate material picking, staging, loading, and preparation for deliveries and pickups.
• Safely operate forklifts, loaders, cranes, or other equipment.
• Verify orders and materials for accuracy before loading or releasing them to customers and drivers.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe yard environment.
• Assist with inventory counts and investigate discrepancies as needed.
• Communicate with warehouse, sales, delivery, and branch personnel to coordinate material needs.
• Monitor equipment and report maintenance or safety issues promptly.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA requirements related to material handling and safety.
• Help identify opportunities to improve yard organization, productivity, and customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Documentation literacy

Independent work

Attention to detail

Outdoor/wide weather work

Safety awareness

Material handling equipment

Flexible schedule

Job description

VP Supply Corp. is seeking a dependable Pipe Yard Lead to oversee the Buffalo, NY yard operations, ensuring materials are received, stored, picked, loaded, and delivered safely and efficiently.

The role requires comfort working outdoors in a fast-paced distribution environment, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to safety. Schedule varies Monday–Friday between 5:00 AM and 9:00 PM.