Requisition ID 93710 - Posted - United Kingdom - Flow Equipment - Shipping & Warehousing - Leeds
Logistics & Despatch Team Leader - Full Time - Leeds, United Kingdom
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
Join Sulzer’s advanced pump design and manufacturing facility in Leeds, where precision engineering meets innovation and operational excellence. As a key member of our Logistics and Despatch team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials and goods, directly contributing to optimised processes and exceptional customer satisfaction. Our 24/7 site, strategically located and supported by a global network, has benefited from significant investments, underscoring Sulzer’s commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability. With cutting-edge engineering capabilities and a focus on decarbonisation, we’re shaping the future of modern logistics.
As the Logistics & Despatch Team Leader, you will own the coordination of logistics activities, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional service delivery. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, you’ll lead from the front, motivating your team to create value through process improvements, safety adherence, and operational efficiency. This is your chance to team up with a globally recognised organisation and make a meaningful impact.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
* Train, motivate, and develop a high-performing logistics and despatch team.
* Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments via sea and air, ensuring compliance with international regulations.
* Manage lifting activities for packages exceeding 50 tonnes, adhering to health, safety, and regulatory standards.
* Identify opportunities to optimise processes, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
* Work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to meet delivery targets and resolve challenges efficiently.
To succeed in this role, you’ll need:
* Proven experience in logistics, despatch, or supply chain management, with a strong focus on freight forwarding.
* Expertise in customs regulations and international shipping laws.
* Understanding of various lifting equipment and safe handling practices.
* Familiarity with health and safety regulations related to logistics and lifting operations.
* A track record of seizing opportunities to improve processes and create value.
* Strong organisational skills and a commitment to owning responsibilities from start to finish.
* A collaborative mindset to team up effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
What We Offer You
* Competitive basic salary.
* A personal bonus, paid annually based on company and personal performance.
* Flexi-time policy to support work-life balance.
* 33 days of annual leave.
* Defined pension contribution.
* Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programmes.
* Access to a wide range of discounts on everyday shopping, entertainment, and lifestyle.
* Opportunity to apply for a Costco membership for exclusive offers.
* Discounted personal car leasing available for you, your family, and friends.
* Long Service Awards to celebrate employee longevity.
* Continuous learning and development through Sulzer Learning Pathways.
* Free, secure onsite parking, including electric charging facilities.
At Sulzer Leeds, we foster a vibrant work environment where your expertise and dedication are truly valued. Join us in driving quality excellence and contributing to our exciting growth story.
Do you have a question about the role?
Reach out to Daniel Faulkner at Danny.Faulkner@sulzer.com. Our team is looking forward to hearing from you!
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
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