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Dunbia

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Logistics
    Facilities Management

AI generated summary

  • You need 2+ years in a supervisory role, strong communication skills, team leadership, Excel proficiency, a relevant higher qualification, stock management experience, and awareness of food quality standards.
  • You will ensure timely order despatch, maintain stock accuracy, communicate with transport, resolve issues, manage resources, lead team performance, uphold safety compliance, and follow company procedures.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in a production/warehouse environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstratable experience of achieving tight deadlines with a team
  • Strong people management skills, with the proven ability to lead and motivate a team
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Higher level qualification in a food, warehousing, or logistics related discipline
  • Experience in using a computerised Stock Management System eg Emydex
  • Awareness of Food Quality standards eg BRC

Responsibilities

  • Ensure that all orders are despatched on time while maintaining a high level of accuracy
  • Ensure 100% stock accuracy within the department by monitoring all movements into and out of the Despatch area, investigating discrepancies as necessary.
  • Ensure quality and stock rotation standards are adhered to
  • Maintain timely and concise communicate with transport companies to ensure delivery SLAs are achieved
  • Deal with any issues arising from internal and external stakeholders, and where required respond to queries appropriately.
  • Ensure adequate resourcing is available to meet daily despatch deadlines
  • Lead, develop and set performance targets on a 1:1 basis for the team to achieve and improve performance targets
  • Implement and monitor Health and Safety compliance ensuring that all documentation and records are accurate and up to date.
  • Ensure the team adheres to Company Policy and Procedures
  • Other adhoc duties

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Despatch Manager position?

The role operates on a four on four off work pattern, which will be discussed further during the interview.

Is experience in a specific industry required for this role?

Yes, a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in a production or warehouse environment is essential.

What qualifications are preferred for applicants?

A higher level qualification in a food, warehousing, or logistics-related discipline is desirable.

Are there any specific skills required for this position?

Strong people management skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, are essential.

What kind of training opportunities does Dunbia Group provide?

Dunbia Group offers ongoing training and progression opportunities to support employee development.

What benefits are offered to employees in this role?

Benefits include enhanced holiday, free on-site car parking, subsidised canteen, pension scheme, life assurance cover, and more.

Is experience with any specific software necessary?

While not essential, experience using a computerised stock management system, such as Emydex, is desirable.

How does the company handle health and safety standards?

The Despatch Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations and maintaining accurate documentation and records.

Will the Despatch Manager need to communicate with external stakeholders?

Yes, the role involves timely and concise communication with transport companies and handling queries from internal and external stakeholders.

What is the company's approach to team performance management?

The Despatch Manager will lead, develop, and set performance targets for the team to achieve and improve overall performance.

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Dunbia

Consistent quality meat products from sustainable sources

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1976
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Dunbia is one of Europe's leading food manufacturers supplying quality meat products for national and international retail, commercial and foodservice markets. Our desire to create better food naturally is the driving force behind everything we do and ensures we maintain a consistent focus on quality, value and success for our customers. Headquartered in Dungannon NI, Dunbia, a division of Dawn Meats is a highly integrated company operating from fifteen sites strategically located throughout the UK. Dunbia operates technically advanced production facilities with state-of-the-art machinery and complex IT systems. Specialists in manufacturing excellence we have the capacity and capability to process a wide and flexible range of beef, pork and lamb products as high volume value lines or bespoke premium products. Reputed as a center of excellence for innovation Dunbia's award-winning New Product Development team push the boundaries of innovation to develop creative meal concepts and ready-to-cook convenience products. Dunbia adopts a focused approach to Corporate Social Responsibility and it is embedded in our everyday business activities. Our environmental management team ensure that all our facilities operate to the strictest of standards and in full compliance with legislation. Dunbia strives for excellence across all areas of the business and adopts the principles of quality, integrity and customer satisfaction. Manufacturing specialists Dunbia produces a wide and varied range of products that can be tailored to suit individual customer needs and to suit all quality tiers.