Despatch Supervisor - Day Shift (12h, 4-on 4-off)

Geary's Bakeries Ltd; Glenfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free delicious bread

BUPA Cashback Plan

Death In Service

Cycle to Work scheme

Prize draw – £10k annually

Refer a friend bonus up to £500

Job summary

Geary's Bakeries Ltd is seeking a Despatch Supervisor for the day shift to lead a dedicated team in a busy UK-based bakery environment. You will ensure goods are received, stored, picked and dispatched accurately while maintaining GMP compliance and audit readiness.

The role emphasizes delivering under pressure, driving continuous improvement, and coordinating with Hygiene, Technical, Engineering, Stores, Production and Drivers to meet customer deadlines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in goods inward, stores and warehousing environments.
• Understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Proven track record of managing a team and developing people.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop your team to work safely, effectively and efficiently to service customers with the best possible product.
• Communicate with shift manager, production and finishing to ensure smooth operation.
• Maintain GMP standards and keep the warehouse audit-ready; support audits and high-profile visits.

Skills

Goods In/Stores/Warehousing

WMS systems

Team management

Deliver under pressure

Organisational skills

Continuous improvement

Initiative & decision making

Job description

Geary's Bakeries Ltd is seeking a Despatch Supervisor for the day shift to lead a dedicated team in a busy UK-based bakery environment. You will ensure goods are received, stored, picked and dispatched accurately while maintaining GMP compliance and audit readiness.

The role emphasizes delivering under pressure, driving continuous improvement, and coordinating with Hygiene, Technical, Engineering, Stores, Production and Drivers to meet customer deadlines and quality standards.