Despatch Supervisor

CK Meats, based in Eye, near Diss is recruiting for people to join our growing business.

We are now recruiting for a new **Despatch Supervisor**. The remit will include assisting the Logistics Manager with the day-to-day leadership of the wider despatch team. Ideally suited to someone looking for career progression in despatch; you will ensure all products meet company requirements as well as the customer's individual packing requirements. You will also ensure all deliveries are provided on time and in full.

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Role responsibilities include:*
- Organise and oversee that loads in and out are issued, unloaded and loaded correctly and on time
- Check daily outbound pick
- Check to ensure all inbound paperwork is completed correctly
- Ensure staff are aware of loading requirements and loading plans on a daily basis
- Manage the unloading and loading of goods to and from the site following company procedures
- Health and safety responsibilities, including safe condition and use of plant and equipment
- Housekeeping and cleanliness of facilities and equipment in the yard and loading bay
- Ensuring compliance with site rules
- Allocate work for the despatch team
- Constantly improving the efficiency and productivity of the despatch team
- Manage and oversee all aspects of recruitment and training and performance of the despatch team
- Work closely and communicate with internal and external customers to maintain business and customer service levels
- Manage, mentor and coach direct reports facilitating a culture of learning and personal ownership

**Qualifications and skills**:

- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Can evidence supervisory experience
- Numeracy skills, attention to detail, planning and organising skills
- The ability to work as part of a team
- Proven ability to use Microsoft Office software such as Excel and Word
- Strong organisational skills
- Proven experience in change implementation where manufacturing standards are improved using lean methodology linked to the delivery of a quality-based culture
- Experience in coaching and mentoring a team to deliver results

**What we can offer you**:

- Salary will be dependent on your experience
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays
- Access to Grocery Aid providing emotional, practical and financial support
- Benefits and recognition hub - including amazing colleague discounts

Minimum 42.5 hours a week. Break times will consist of one, half-hour, unpaid break, to be taken during your shift.