Despatch Supervisor

Despatch Supervisor

The Job

Ensuring the smooth running of the despatch function by supervising and assisting the collection and despatch of products according to the despatch schedule whilst ensuring H&S and quality procedures are adhered to.  Supervising and develop a multi skilled, multi-disciplined team. 

Main Duties:

•             To ensure schedules and deadlines are adhered to

•             Communicate and implement change

•             H&S compliance in accordance with Company policies

•             Manage inventory accuracy through monitoring of daily warehouse activities, cycle counts, stocktakes and audits to verify results and investigate discrepancies

•             Ensure that orders are picked and collated accurately for onward distribution through the supply chain ensuring all documentation is completed accurately

•             Control of all pallets and other consumables as required

•             Provide leadership by establishing clear expectations and demonstrating high standards of work practices and safety conscious behaviour

•             Establish, maintain and promote high standards of customer service

•             Supervision of all staff under direct control

•             Administration duties as required to ensure daily KPI performance is achieved

•             All resources are utilised efficiently

•             Stand in for the Manager as and when required

•             Plan and coordinate labour as required

•             Coordinate deliveries with carriers to ensure KPI’s are achieved

•             Train and monitor staff in standard operating procedures and safe working practices

•             Continuously monitor performance and activities of the warehouse through the use of KPI’s with a primary focus on cost control

•             Involvement in the risk assessment process to reduce the risk to H&S in your area

•             Ensure that all personnel pursue safe working practices

Experience/Qualifications Required

•             A working knowledge of GMP and HACCP  

•             Level 3 food hygiene

•             Motivator

•             Flexible approach to working

•             An ability to problem solve

•             Effective communicator, approachable and diligent

•             Interpersonal skills – building relationships, sensitivity

•             Expertise – knowledgeable, experienced, up to date

•             FLT licences – Reach and Counterbalance

•             Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads

•             Able to work flexible hours

•             Reliability and good timekeeping

•             Ability to communicate at all levels of business

The Pay Rates

£10.32 p/h

The Hours

2 positions available –

1 x 2pm-10pm

1 x 10pm-6am

Application Process

To apply for this job please send your CV to us for potential registration at our Scarborough or York Office.

The Consultancy

Established in 2003, Fusion Resources Ltd is a Professional Recruitment Company with offices based in Scarborough and York. 

Fusion Resources is a Privately-owned independent consultancy with an enviable client base both locally, nationally and globally. Building year on year successes, Fusion have gained preferred supplier status with long standing partnerships.

Our specialist divisions are managed by lead consultants who are knowledgeable, professional and have many years of industry experience.

Due to high volume of applications, unfortunately we are unable to respond to all applications, so if you haven’t heard back within 7 days please assume you’ve been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Please note that: Unless you ask us not to, your details will be added to our confidential secure database and we will contact you with any other suitable vacancies.