Dispatch Team Leader

Major Recruitment Norwich; Eye; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Eye, Suffolk is seeking a Dispatch Team Leader to oversee operations and ensure efficient dispatch of goods. The ideal candidate will have experience in logistics, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of food safety standards. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, career progression, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression

Company pension

Employee benefits scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a dispatch or logistics role, ideally in food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Ability to lead or supervise a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of dispatch and stock control processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of dispatch operatives.
• Coordinate daily workloads and task delegation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and company standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Warehouse Management Systems

Problem Solving

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Overview

Dispatch Team Leader

Salary circa: up to £32,000 per annum (depending on experience).

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm.

Location: Eye, Suffolk. Industry: Manufacturing. Contract: Full-time, Permanent.

We are representing a leading UK-based Food Manufacturing Company, dedicated to producing high-quality products for major retailers and foodservice providers. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a hands-on and motivated Dispatch Team Leader to join their fast-paced logistics team and ensure the smooth, safe, and efficient dispatch of their finished goods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of dispatch operatives to ensure timely and accurate dispatch of customer orders.
• Coordinate daily workloads, shift planning, and task delegation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company standards.
• Liaise with the Dispatch Manager, Production, and Transport teams to manage order flow and delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate dispatch records and update systems accordingly.
• Support the training and development of team members.
• Monitor stock levels of packaging and dispatch materials, raising any shortages.
• Conduct checks to ensure goods are packed, labelled, and dispatched correctly.
• Investigate and resolve dispatch errors or delays in real time.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in a dispatch, warehouse, or logistics as a Team Leader - ideally within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Proven ability to lead or supervise a team in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong understanding of dispatch and stock control processes.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, traceability, and quality assurance.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, solve problems under pressure, and adapt quickly to change.
• Competent in using WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) systems.
• Good numeracy and attention to detail, particularly with order accuracy and labelling.
• Flexible, proactive approach with a strong work ethic and commitment to team success.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary.
• Career progression within a growing company.
• Supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Company pension and employee benefits scheme.
• Free on-site parking.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking company that truly values its people. You'll be working alongside a friendly and dedicated team, with excellent opportunities for career development in a stable, secure, and supportive working environment!

If you're an organised, driven Dispatch Team Leader looking to take the next step in your logistics career within the food industry, we want to hear from you! Apply now!

Please contact our office on (phone number removed) or email Louisa Coggs at (url removed)

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