Yard Supervisor - Navan, Co. Meath
Part of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwicks Group is the market leader in the builder’s merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland. The core business is through the traditional Builders Merchants division. Main brands include Chadwicks, Cork Builders Providers, Davies & Telfords. In addition, and through organic growth and acquisitions, the Group has established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products. These include Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, Sitetech & Rooney’s Hardware.
Principle Objective
Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Yard Supervisor will be responsible for the efficient running of the yard in terms of manpower, profitability, as well as delivering excellent service to our customers. This role is based in Navan.
Knowledge & Experience
* Previous Foreperson experience desirable
* Health & Safety Awareness
* Knowledge of all building products
* Previous experience of working in a busy builders providers
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure the secure, efficient, safe, tidy, and smooth operation of the yard, store & delivery areas of the branch
* Ensure that our customers receive the highest standard of customer service
* Organisation of deliveries and collections for both retail and trade customers
* Responsible for the Health & Safety within the yard, ensuring quality standards are consistently kept to the highest level
* Responsible for the delegation of housekeeping in the yard and surrounding areas
* Maintaining and monitoring stock levels
* Ensuring safe loading/unloading of customer or suppliers vehicles in line with Health and Safety policy and procedure
* Hands-on approach to delegation and supervision of employees in an efficient and effective manner
* Ensuring all staff training is current and up to date
* Consistently striving to reduce and improve all aspects of the yard's costing, including hacker’s costs as well as overtime costs, etc.
Essential Competencies
* Computer Skills (Microsoft Office)
* Problem Solving/Logical thought process
* Ability to prioritise workload
* Effective team working and networking skills
* Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
* The flexibility and willingness to learn
* Dynamic, motivated & driven to achieve targets
Contract Type
* Permanent
* Full-time 39 hour contract
* Working week Monday to Saturday with one day off. Not every Saturday required; however, flexibility is required.
* Location: Navan
Our Benefits Include
* Competitive Basic Salary
* Private Health Care
* Sick Pay Scheme
* Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
* Pension Scheme
* Colleague Saving Scheme
* Profit Share Scheme
* Colleague Discount
* Educational Assistance
* Wellness initiatives
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