Despatch Supervisor

Despatch Supervisor

Full-Time 35000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Supervise nightshift despatch operations and ensure timely delivery of customer orders.
  • Company: Join a successful FMCG business with a strong focus on quality and safety.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for career growth.
  • Other info: Work Monday to Friday nights with a supportive team culture.
  • Why this job: Lead a dynamic team and make a real impact in a fast-paced environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in logistics or FMCG and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.

  • Nightshift Despatch Supervisor
  • Fife. Scotland

Salary

Hours

40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Shift Pattern

  • Monday - Thursday, 8:00pm - 4:30am,
  • Friday, 6:00pm - 2:30am shift on Fridays

About the Role

Alexander Steele are delighted to be supporting a successful FMCG business in the search for a Nightshift Despatch Supervisor.

This is a hands-on supervisory role responsible for the smooth running of nightshift despatch operations, ensuring customer orders are accurately picked, packed and prepared for on-time delivery.

Leading a small team, you will drive performance, maintain service levels, and ensure high standards of food safety, quality, and health & safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate the nightshift despatch operation to meet customer service and delivery targets.
  • Ensure orders are accurately picked, packed, checked and prepared for dispatch.
  • Manage shift priorities and resolve day-to-day operational issues to maintain service levels.
  • Maintain compliance with food safety, quality, hygiene and health & safety standards.
  • Liaise closely with production and transport teams to ensure efficient workflow and product availability.
  • Monitor team performance, support training activities and promote a positive team culture.
  • Complete shift handovers and maintain accurate operational records and documentation.
  • Candidate Requirements
  • Previous experience within a despatch, warehouse, logistics, manufacturing or FMCG environment.
  • Experience leading or supervising teams in a fast-paced operation.
  • Strong organisational, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
  • Good understanding of health & safety, food safety and quality standards.

Despatch Supervisor employer: Alexander Steele Recruitment

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Contact Details:

Alexander Steele Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Despatch Supervisor

Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Adaptability
Attention to Detail
Teamwork
Time Management
Leadership Skills