The Company
Operating for over 80 years from within West Yorkshire, Victor Manufacturing Ltd are a long established, family owned and operated, manufacturer of catering equipment & server counters, supplying a number of prestigious clients both nationally and internationally.
The Role
As the Assistant Despatch Manager you will assist with running a fast-moving operational section of our manufacturing business, overseeing this activity to ensure that we are meeting our customers' demands and pushing to exceed them at all times.
The position of Assistant Despatch Manager is a very fast paced and hands on role, which will require you to be readily available and get involved in all aspects of the despatch operations – it will help you to very quickly identify where things can be improved and developed so that we drive our business forward.
Role Responsibility: -
* To assist with the day-to-day operational management of the Despatch department, providing strong leadership and direction to the staff team and working alongside production to ensure the efficient transition of product between production, warehouse and transport.
* To assist with the planning of deliveries and optimisation of delivery routes and loads to ensure products are delivered on time, in full, in an efficient and cost effective manner.
* To ensure compliance of all company transport activities in-line with legislation. This will include, identifying, and addressing any driver infringements.
* To assist with overseeing routine vehicle checks and planning of vehicle maintenance, vehicle defect reporting systems and managing third party providers where applicable.
* To manage the departments Health & Safety duties ensuring control measures and safe systems of work are in place at all times.
* Submitting driver's timesheets and expenses to the accounts department within the set timeframes.
* To assist with the wrapping and preparation of units and ensuring that products are loaded, secured and unloaded in a safe manner.
* To provide management cover to the department in the absence of the Despatch manager this includes carrying out return to work interviews, performance reviews and other relevant meetings when required.
The Candidate
The successful candidate will be reliable, flexible, hardworking and have a 'make it happen' attitude. In addition, the successful candidate must have strong interpersonal skills alongside excellent planning, organisation, communication, decision making and problem-solving skills.
This is an ideal role for someone looking to take the next step in their transport management career in a well established and forward thinking company.
Criteria you will need to succeed in this role: -
* Transport compliance background/experience – Essential
* CPC Manager Qualification – Beneficial
* Supervisory / Management experience – Essential
* Experience of route planning and vehicle optimisation – Essential
* The flexibility to work early mornings, late evenings and weekends on occasions - Essential
* Excellent computing and people management skills – Essential
Hours of Work:
7:30am to 4:00pm (Monday to Thursday)
7:30am to 3:00pm (Friday)
(Standard hours = 39 hours per week)
Due to the nature of this role, early mornings, late finishes and weekend work will be required on occasions.
Benefits:
* 33 holiday days per year
* Overtime available at increased rates
* Weekly attendance bonus
* Life Insurance Cover
* Opportunities for Pay and role progression for candidates who demonstrate the desired performance objectives.
* Opportunities for fully funded training for the right candidate
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £15.50 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 39 per week
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person