Dispatch Manager
046108474
£35,000 - £38,000 Per Annum
Full Time
Permanent
Wednesbury, West Midlands
Manufacturing And Production
Posted 1 hour ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
This is a hands-on leadership role, where you'll be responsible for managing stock, developing staff, and driving efficiencies across the goods in and dispatch functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, train, and monitor warehouse staff to ensure compliance with procedures.
- Oversee all incoming and outgoing goods, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintain stock levels of packaging and materials (pallets, boxes, bins, banding, etc.).
- Monitor and report on unloading/waiting times, setting and achieving performance targets.
- Organize and rotate stock, making effective use of pallet racking.
- Liaise with the office on slow-moving products and stock requirements.
- Ensure all materials required for night shift operations are prepared in advance.
- Carry out monthly stock-takes and maintain agreed stock levels.
- Complete and record daily forklift truck inspections.
- Previous experience in warehouse, logistics, or dispatch management.
- Strong stock control and inventory management knowledge.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to train and motivate a team.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office or warehouse management systems.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Valid forklift truck license and practical experience.
- Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment is advantageous
- Knowledge of lean/continuous improvement practices.
- Health & Safety awareness and relevant certifications (e.g., IOSH, First Aid).
What We Offer
" Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
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