We’re looking for a hands-on, customer-focused, and commercially minded individual to join our team as a Yard Manager. If you enjoy leading teams, working outdoors, and helping rural communities access the products they need, we’d love to hear from you. 

Contract: Permanent   
Hours: Full-time   
Hours of Work: 37.5 Hours per week. Working 5 out of 7 days, including weekends.

As Yard Manager, you’ll lead the Yard and Feed Store Team to deliver excellent service, maintain high standards, and drive commercial performance. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day planning and organisation of yard operations, ensuring the site is safe, well-stocked, and ready to trade. 

Key responsibilities include: 
•  Leading and developing the Yard and Feed Store Team to deliver high standards of service
•  Managing stock availability, replenishment, and merchandising across the yard and feed store 
•  Building strong relationships with customers and offering tailored product solutions
•  Promoting seasonal products, store events, and campaigns 
•  Ensuring compliance with health & safety and operational standards 
•  Analysing business data to inform decisions and drive performance 
•  Supporting store audits, cash control, and security procedures 
•  Deputising for the Store Manager and contributing to store leadership 

•  Previous experience in a yard, retail, or operational management role 
•  Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills 
•  Good IT skills and confidence using business systems 
•  Knowledge of health & safety, compliance, and agricultural products 
•  A proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused approach 
•  AMTRA, BASIS, or knowledge of FIAS/UFAS/NOPS (desirable) 
•  NVQ or equivalent in retail (desirable) 

📈  Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5% 
🛍️  Up to 25% colleague discount in store 
🚗  Free parking on site 
🌴  33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time colleagues)
📚  Excellent training and development opportunities 
🪜  Plenty of career progression opportunities 
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦  Life Assurance 
🗣️  Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust 
🎁  Comprehensive colleague benefits
🚼  Enhanced Family Leave Policies

We may close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.