Store/Yard Manager

Store/Yard Manager

Location: East London (Bow) with regular travel into Central London
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: 6:30am – 3:30pm
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

An established and reputable construction and building services contractor is seeking a Store / Yard Manager to oversee its operational yard and logistics function based in East London.

This is a key operational role responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the yard, stores, vehicles and plant, supporting multiple live projects across London. You will play a vital part in coordinating logistics, managing stock and ensuring tools and materials are available when and where they are needed.

The Role

As Store / Yard Manager, you will take full ownership of day-to-day yard operations, ensuring efficiency, organisation and compliance at all times. You will work closely with project teams, drivers and suppliers to support ongoing works across a busy and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

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Manage the day-to-day operations of the yard, stores and logistics function

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Coordinate and schedule deliveries and collections across London

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Supervise drivers to ensure efficient and timely service

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Maintain accurate records of plant, tools and materials in and out of the yard

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Oversee the maintenance, servicing and allocation of vehicles and small plant

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Ensure the yard is kept clean, organised and compliant with safety standards

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Manage waste processes and maintain accurate waste transfer documentation

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Liaise with site teams to ensure materials and equipment are available as required

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Maintain and update plant and asset registers using internal systems (Excel / Office tools)

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Implement and maintain safe systems of work in line with health & safety policies

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Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and logistics processes

Requirements

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Proven experience in a yard, stores or logistics management role, ideally within construction or building services

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Good knowledge of construction materials, tools and plant equipment

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Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for tracking and reporting

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Valid UK Driving Licence (mandatory)

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Understanding of health & safety practices within a yard or operational environment

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Mechanical or vehicle maintenance background (highly desirable)

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Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and priorities in a busy environment

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Willingness to undergo DBS clearance

What’s on Offer

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£40,000 basic salary

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Opportunity to take ownership of a key operational function

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25 days holiday + bank holidays

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Pension scheme

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Life assurance

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Cycle to work scheme

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Employee assistance and wellbeing support

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Ongoing training and development opportunities

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Bonus

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Store / Yard Manager looking to take ownership of a critical logistics function within a busy and well-respected construction environment