Dispatch Coordinator

Mansell Recruitment Group; Pulborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Logistics & Dispatch Coordinator for a manufacturing environment in Pulborough. The candidate will coordinate shipments, manage export documentation, and ensure on-time delivery. Ideal candidates have logistics experience, strong organizational skills, and a hands-on approach. Salary is up to £27,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a logistics, dispatch, warehouse, or materials handling role.
• Forklift (Counterbalance) license or experience preferred.
• Good numeracy, literacy, and general IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dispatch of assemblies and finished products.
• Liaise with manufacturing teams to prioritize workloads.
• Produce daily and weekly shipment plans for delivery targets.

Skills

Logistics experience

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Tools

Courier platforms

Shipment software

Forklift (Counterbalance)

Job description

Overview

My client is currently seeking a Logistics & Dispatch Coordinator to join a manufacturing environment supporting the shipment of assemblies and finished products. This role plays a key part in ensuring on-time delivery performance while operating in line with lean and environmentally conscious logistics practices.

The position would suit someone with hands-on dispatch or warehouse experience who is comfortable coordinating shipments, managing export documentation, and working closely with manufacturing and sales teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily despatch of assemblies and finished products in line with production output
• Liaise with manufacturing teams to identify goods ready for shipment and prioritise workloads
• Communicate with internal sales teams to ensure accurate and timely customer delivery information
• Produce daily and weekly shipment plans to support on-time delivery targets and KPIs
• Load and unload delivery vehicles safely and efficiently
• Ensure products are packaged securely and in an environmentally responsible manner
• Maximise the use of reusable packaging and ensure waste materials are disposed of correctly in line with environmental standards
• Prepare and manage export documentation to support international shipments
• Maintain compliance with company quality, environmental, and health & safety procedures

The Candidate

• Previous experience in a logistics, dispatch, warehouse, or materials handling role
• Forklift (Counterbalance) licence or experience preferred
• Good numeracy, literacy, and general IT skills
• Confident using courier platforms and shipment software for domestic and international deliveries
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to adapt and find practical solutions
• Comfortable working as part of a team and communicating across departments

Salary

Up to £27,00 per annum, depending on experience