Contract: Permanent
Hours: full time
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000
Location: Brierley Hill
The Whittan Group is the largest manufacturer of steel storage products in the United Kingdom. Operating through a number of market leading brands; we design, manufacture and install storage solutions for commercial and industrial environments in the UK and Europe.
The Dispatch Supervisor will be responsible for the efficient and safe scheduling/execution for the companys logistics and dispatch functions. Working alongside the Logistics Manager, it will be the responsibility of the role to ensure we operate with maximum operational efficiency whilst adhering to all company policies.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Supervises the team, coordinates, prioritises and assigns workloads to each assigned team member.
2. Manages the team, participating in recruitment, undertaking disciplinary action as required and conducting regular one-to-one meetings, providing feedback.
3. Lead the Dispatch function ensuring all paperwork is processed in accordance with our quality systems.
4. Lead the Logistic function ensuring all transport bookings meet customer deadlines, whilst aiming for maximum cost efficiencies.
5. Coordinate with external transport providers, including drivers.
6. Escalate risks, particularly where deadlines are likely to be missed, in a tim...