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Cygnus Instruments manufactures state of the art, ruggedised, ultrasonic measuring equipment used in global industrial and subsea applications, shipping these products to approx. 80 countries per year.
Cygnus adopts a niche product strategy and resilient business model. They are also proud of a culture that emphasises learning, teamwork and actively promotes a 'no blame' approach to problem solving.
THE ROLE
As the Despatch Manager, you will be responsible for the co-ordination, processing, outward logistics and exporting required to fulfil customers' orders.
Key Responsibilities:
* Management: Managing and mentoring a team of two operatives, including the responsibility of the day to day running of the team, distributing of tasks and liaising with other team members.
* Co-ordination: Be a key link between Operations, sales and the customer - providing status on lead times and availability and ensure pipeline expectations are met.
* Shipment Processing: Manage the packing and processing of goods for despatch; ensuring courier collections are booked in accordance with customer instructions and the correct paperwork.
* Legislation: Ensure the business is fully up to date with current import & export legislations, incoterms, harmonised codes and relevant dangerous goods (lithium ion) requirements.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Skills and experience
* Working knowledge of quote and order processing using an integrated system.
* Experience of managing a small team within a fast-paced operation
* Understanding of ERP & MRP systems (preferable)
* Strong knowledge of import/export (ongoing training provided).
* Good level of numeracy skill and comfortable dealing with figures.
* Strong attention to detail and driven to achieve high standards.
* Ability to prioritise, multitask and remain calm under pressure, and to strict deadlines.
* Good communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to speak, read and write in English clearly and accurately
* Proactive approach to work, anticipating potential issues and dealing with them effectively.
Location: Dorchester
Contract type: Permanent
Benefits: Group Life Insurance, Group Income Protection Insurance, Private Medical insurance, 3.5% Pension Contribution, Enhanced annual leave with length of service
Working hours: 35hours per week
Option to work either a condensed 4 day week (07:00 - 16:30, Mon - Thurs) OR 5 day week
(08:00 - 16:30 Mon - Thurs and 08:00 - 12:00 Fri)
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