Despatch Team Lead: Lead a fast-paced, on-time operation

Barfoots of Botley; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Health benefits

Training opportunities

Onsite parking

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Barfoots of Botley is seeking a Despatch Team Leader to drive the day-to-day running of our Despatch operation in a fast-paced fresh produce environment. You'll lead a team, plan workloads, ensure orders are picked, loaded and dispatched on time, and cooperate with Production, Farm teams and transport providers to maintain flow, accuracy and high food-safety standards.

This role offers development opportunities and the chance to deputise for the Despatch Supervisor as you gain leadership

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse/logistics environment.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken English.
• Able to prioritise workloads and make decisions under pressure.
• Organised and proactive with a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day activities of the Despatch team, ensuring orders are picked, loaded and dispatched safely, accurately and on time.
• Plan workloads, monitor performance and coach team members.
• Collaborate with Production, Farm teams and transport providers for efficient flow and on-time deliveries.
• Produce load plans and delivery documentation; maintain stock control and traceability.
• Champion food safety, GMP and Health & Safety; perform routine audits and SOP compliance.
• Support stock control, investigate incidents, and promote a safe working environment.
• Drive continuous improvement and cover Despatch Supervisor when required.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Health & Safety awareness

Education

CIEH Food Safety

CIEH Manual Handling

IOSH Managing Safely

Forklift Licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Barfoots of Botley is seeking a Despatch Team Leader to drive the day-to-day running of our Despatch operation in a fast-paced fresh produce environment. You'll lead a team, plan workloads, ensure orders are picked, loaded and dispatched on time, and cooperate with Production, Farm teams and transport providers to maintain flow, accuracy and high food-safety standards.

This role offers development opportunities and the chance to deputise for the Despatch Supervisor as you gain leadership