Despatch & Logistics Lead – Food Manufacturing

Pilgrim's Europe; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee discount platform

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Despatch Manager at our Attleborough site to lead the Despatch, Warehouse and Logistics teams in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

You will drive stock accuracy, efficient material movements and high service levels while upholding Food Safety, GMP, HACCP and Health & Safety standards. The role collaborates with Production, Planning and Supply Chain to optimise performance.

Qualifications

• Experience leading logistics within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong understanding of Food Safety, GMP, HACCP and Health & Safety.
• Proven ability to manage KPIs, stock accuracy and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Despatch, Warehouse, and Logistics teams.
• Manage warehouse operations, stock control, picking, loading, despatch and movements.
• Ensure storage and distribution meet Food Safety and customer requirements.
• Manage third-party logistics providers and transport operations.
• Drive improvements in labour efficiency, stock accuracy, and service levels.
• Lead continuous improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Ensure Health & Safety and HACCP site standards are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics management

Warehouse operations

Stock control

KPI management

Food safety

Tools

SAP

Innova

Job description

Pilgrim's Europe is seeking a Despatch Manager at our Attleborough site to lead the Despatch, Warehouse and Logistics teams in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

You will drive stock accuracy, efficient material movements and high service levels while upholding Food Safety, GMP, HACCP and Health & Safety standards. The role collaborates with Production, Planning and Supply Chain to optimise performance.