Vickerstock are working in partnership with a highly reputable manufacturing business on the appointment of a Dispatch & Transport Supervisor on a full-time permanent basis.

As the Dispatch Supervisor, you will have responsinility for a dispatch, intake, and shipments while overseeing the Dispatch team in line with targets set by the Logistics Manager.

Benefits include:

• 4 day week
• Life assurance 4x salary
• Company pension
  
  

In your new role:

• Supervise the department team, allocating tasks to maximise output and efficiency.
• Lead Weekly Action Reviews, communicating departmental requirements and key business updates effectively.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including customs authorities, to facilitate the timely clearance of goods.
• Prepare and manage all despatch documentation, including packing lists, Chamber of Commerce documents, and required company stamps.
• Collaborate closely with the Purchasing department to align inbound bookings with operational material requirements and maintain the Transport Tracker for full traceability.
• Organise and coordinate domestic and international shipments (sea, air, road freight, and courier) for both inbound and outbound orders.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders to resolve non-conforming documentation issues.
• Identify and implement operational improvements related to cost, quality, safety, and efficiency.

What you will need to succeed:

• 2 years' similar experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Confident communicator with leadership skills.
• Customs experience and understanding.
• Active forklift licence.
• SAGE experience - advantageous.
  
  

For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with our supply chain consultant Michael Irwin today!