Yard Supervisor - Burnley Vehicle Operations Burnley

We are Motorpoint, the UK's leading omnichannel car retailor of nearly new cars. We focus on providing our customers with unrivaled choice, quality, service and value in whatever way our customers want. Online? We deliver. In store? We deliver. At home? We deliver (we literally do).

Do you want to accelerate your career, move your personal development up a gear and join the number one automotive business to work for in the UK?

Do you want to work with an amazing group of people, who are fun, friendly, get stuff done and who bring our values to life - PROUD, HAPPY, HONEST, SUPPORTIVE - by working TOGETHER?

Motorpoint is the place to be and we are on a mission!

We believe that by creating the best possible place to work for our colleagues, we will create the best possible experience for our customers and that will fuel the growth of our amazing business and the careers and opportunities for our colleagues.

If you were to join us as a Preparation Supervisor, here is what you need to know.

Salary: £13.90 per hour (dependent on qualifications) plus bonus

Location: Burnley

Hours:42.5 per week, 5 days over 7 rota, including the weekends.

If you have a passion for cars, love managing a detailed and service-led process and enjoy working as part of a fast-paced and energetic team you may have found your ideal job!

Our workshops are a key department on every site and we are looking for a Yard Supervisor to supervise the workshop and yard team reporting directly into the Preparation Manager. As a Preparation Supervisor here at Motorpoint, you will help us to shake off all those outdated car industry clichés and help us drive into the fast lane towards becoming the most desired car retailer.

Key responsibilities

• Lead by example and supervise a team of Vehicle Preparation Assistants
• Manage daily workflows, ensuring vehicles are processed efficiently, safely and to a high standard
• Coordinate with third-party contractors, valeting and body shop providers
• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Front of House teams to keep them informed of vehicle status
• Handle team scheduling, e.g. holidays and absence
• Conduct regular 1-to-1 meetings
• Champion best practices with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency

So how do you get the role?

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with strong leadership skills and a sharp eye for detail. While experience in the automotive sector is not essential, it will be a strong advantage.

We are looking for someone who has a proven track record in a similar role, in particular workshop control, quality control and managing logistics along with people management and leadership experience. This role will require you to be well organised, have a methodical approach to workload with the ability to manage several processes and tasks at the same time. You'd be required to be IT literate with working knowledge of Outlook and Excel.

• Proven experience in a team leader or supervisory position (essential)
• A solid understanding of health and safety protocols
• Excellent leadership, communication, and time-management skills
• A solid focus on safety, quality, and operational efficiency
• Keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards
• Awareness of Lean methodologies and continuous improvement principles is beneficial
• Automotive industry experience is advantageous but not required

What is in it for you?

• Paid time off every month to do something that makes you happy
• 28 days holiday plus days off for your birthday, getting married or moving house
• Additional holidays for length of service
• Long service awards
• Staff discount on cars and finance options
• Discounts & cash back at hundreds of high street retailers & restaurants through our "My M.O.T" platform
  
• Smart Tech in partnership with Currys
• Cycle to work
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Vocational and personal development training courses
• Quarterly team socials
• Team feasts
• Scratch card rewards
• Sharesave scheme (SAYE)
• Plus much more!

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and would ask you to get in touch if you are concerned about any barriers you feel you may be facing in your application process with us, so we can ensure they are removed