We are currently looking for an organised and reliable Dispatch and Distribution Manager to manage and improve our daily transport and delivery operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and manage daily delivery schedules and multi-drop delivery routes.
* Allocate drivers, vehicles, routes and delivery time slots.
* Supervise delivery drivers and monitor attendance, punctuality and performance.
* Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure orders are checked, loaded and dispatched accurately and on time.
* Monitor deliveries and respond to delays, shortages, rejected deliveries and vehicle problems.
* Oversee the safe distribution of fresh, chilled and frozen food products.
* Maintain accurate delivery, mileage, fuel, vehicle inspection and temperature-control records.
* Monitor delivery costs, fuel consumption and vehicle utilisation.
* Coordinate vehicle servicing, MOT, insurance, maintenance and defect reporting.
* Handle delivery-related customer enquiries, complaints and order discrepancies.
* Ensure compliance with road safety, food hygiene, health and safety and working-time requirements.
* Prepare regular delivery and operational performance reports for management.
* Support the recruitment, training and supervision of delivery staff.
* Help improve the company’s ordering, inventory, routing and delivery-management systems.
Requirements
* Previous experience in delivery, transport, distribution, logistics or a related operational role.
* Good understanding of multi-drop deliveries and route planning.
* Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to coordinate drivers, vehicles, customer orders and changing priorities.
* Good computer skills, including spreadsheets and operational systems.
* Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
* Good written and spoken English.
* A full UK driving licence is desirable.
* Experience in food wholesale or chilled-food distribution is desirable.
Right to Work
Applicants must provide satisfactory evidence of their right to work in the UK.
Skilled Worker sponsorship may be considered for an eligible candidate who meets the applicable immigration and salary requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £34,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- UK visa sponsorship
Work Location: In person
