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Taskmaster are currently recruiting for a Despatch Manager based at our clients Lincoln site.
Location: Lincoln
Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00
Salary: £45,428
Contract Type- Permanent, Full-Time
Are you an experienced leader in despatch operations looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced environment? Our client is looking for a Despatch Manager to lead and manage their despatch function, ensuring efficient operations that meet customer, quality, and safety standardswhile inspiring and leading a high-performing team.
The Opportunity
As Despatch Manager, youll play a pivotal role in ensuring orders are fulfilled accurately and on time, resources are optimised, and operations meet both internal and external standards including BRC and customer audits. Youll also be a key voice in driving continuous improvement across our despatch processes.
What Youll Be Doing
Leading the Despatch department to meet health & safety, quality, and efficiency targets.
Downloading customer orders and planning vehicle despatches.
Managing trailer/equipment availability and fleet asset maintenance.
Monitoring KPIs to drive cost control and labour efficiency.
Ensuring compliance with audits, training, and SOPs.
Coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and customers to maintain service levels.
Managing offsite storage operations during peak periods, ensuring efficient use of external facilities and seamless coordination with internal teams.
Overseeing the departments MHE (Materials Handling Equipment), tracking and trending spend including repairs and servicing, and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
Leading initiatives to improve performance in areas such as equipment utilisation, operational efficiency, and reliability.
What Youll Bring
Preferred: Minimum 2 years in a management role within FMCG.
Essential: Proficient in Microsoft Office and email communication.
Essential: Excellent leadership, communication, and people-management skills. A proactive, organised mindset with a strong focus on operational excellence and team development
Benefits
4.5 working week, finishing at 12:30pm on a Friday
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Company bonus scheme
Enhanced pension contributions
Life Assurance & critical illness cover
Onsite Parking
Discounts platform
Long service celebrations
Employee Assistance Programme
Free fruit & potatoes
Electric salary sacrifice car scheme
Please call: 01733 347333 for full details.
Taskmaster Resources LTD is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. (Permanent Vacancy)
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