Assistant Yard Manager

About Lawsons

Lawsons is the UK’s leading independent fencing, timber, and builders’ merchants, with 35 branches and over 700 colleagues serving London and the South East. Established in 1921, we are a proud family-run business with a strong commitment to our people, our customers and our communities. We deliver high-quality products and a market-leading service to the trade and public alike.

Assistant Yard Manager Opportunity – Camden Branch

We are looking for a proactive and organised individual to join Lawsons as an Assistant Yard Manager at our thriving Camden branch. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership skills while supporting the Yard Manager in driving operational excellence, health and safety compliance, and exceptional service standards in a busy builder’s merchant environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities – Yard Operations & People Management

• Support the Yard Manager with the day-to-day running of the Camden yard, ensuring effective and safe movement of goods at all times.
• Supervise yard colleagues, promoting a positive, inclusive, and high-performing working culture.
• Oversee goods-in and goods-out processes, ensuring accuracy, stock rotation, and minimal losses.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and compliant yard environment, championing all aspects of health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Assist with planning rotas and coordinating workloads to ensure efficient operation and outstanding customer service.
• Collaborate with drivers and warehouse teams to guarantee timely deliveries and collections.
• Support customers with product enquiries and load vehicles safely, upholding Lawsons’ reputation for friendly and knowledgeable service.
• Contribute to branch stock control, working closely with the branch management team to monitor levels and minimise discrepancies.
• Step up to lead the yard in the Yard Manager’s absence, ensuring continuity of standards and service.

Skills & Experience – What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a yard, warehouse or builders’ merchant environment (essential).
• Demonstrable leadership qualities with a positive approach to motivating teams.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage confidently with colleagues and customers from all backgrounds.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to yard operations.
• Ability to use initiative, solve problems, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail, especially in stock handling and record keeping.
• Valid forklift or other relevant materials handling licence preferred. Training can be provided for the right candidate.
• Flexible, solutions-focused, and willing to support wider branch operations as required. #HP

Working Hours – Assistant Yard Manager

• 44.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday with 1 in 2 Saturday mornings (08:00 – 12:00).

Location – Camden Branch

• 53 Blundell St, London, N7 9BN

What We Offer – Lawsons Benefits

• Salary £32k - £35k, dependent on experience.
• 25 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays, plus an additional Celebration Day.
• Company pension scheme and life assurance.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support.
• Comprehensive training, career progression and development opportunities within Lawsons.
• My Reward benefits, including Online GP Access and more.

Why Build Your Career with Lawsons?

• Join a respected, growing, people-focused business where your contribution makes a real difference.
• Be part of a supportive culture, committed to well-being, diversity, and success at every level.
• Enjoy genuine progression pathways and the opportunity to develop your career in branch and yard management.