Despatch Manager- FMCG
£50-60K
Craigavon – Armagh
Despatch Manager- Craigavon
Our client, a leading FMCG company of fresh & chilled products for companies such as M&S, Waitrose, Dunnes, Morrison’s, Aldi & Lidl is looking for a Despatch Manager in their Craigavon facility
- Monday to Friday, 8am – 4.30pm.
The Despatch Manager will manage the entire operation of all finished products from storage to timely delivery to customers, whilst adhering to company rules, regulations and policies, along with strict hygiene and H&S rules.
You will lead the Despatch team by example and ensure that you and your team adhere to all company policies and procedures in relation to Product Quality, Food Safety and Integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the Despatch department in order to fulfil operational and customer demand, whilst meeting set targets of productivity, accuracy and stock control
- To drive the entire Department towards the importance of complying with the Company’s standards on Food Safety and Health and Safety and to investigate any issues through to conclusion resulting from any breach of such
- To lead a team of Supervisors, managing their contribution and leading by example to achieve results by coaching, developing and setting performance targets on a collective and 1:1 basis
- Ensure that all documentations and records are accurate and updated for traceability
- Address any department related issues arising from internal and external customer complaints
- Set an example and maintain audit ready standards
- Drive great housekeeping in the chill and general surroundings at all times
- Oversee training of new and existing department personnel on department procedures. This includes conducting department specific training for new personnel as well as reviewing their performance during probationary period
- Promote a harmonious working relationship within the Department by holding regular meetings, dealing with any grievance, and also by managing non-performers through counselling and disciplinary in accordance with Company procedures
Essential Criteria:
- Previous experience working in Despatch with a fast-paced FMCG company and preferably in a ‘lean’ environment.
- Expert competence utilizing Warehouse Management Systems & Microsoft packages.
- Tactically astute, but strategically driven
- Demonstrable ability to drive performance and colleague development.
Excellent package available for the right person.
To apply please forward your CV (in WORD format only please) to Sean Metrustry, Director.
- For full details and confidental chat call 02894 462620
- Send email to Sean@TechMet.co.uk
- Send email to arrange a time for a confidental chat
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