Dispatch Supervisor - Plymouth, United Kingdom - DK Recruitment

DK Recruitment

Verified Company

Plymouth, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

An exciting opportunity has become available within a precision engineering manufacturer for an experienced and confident supervisor for the stores and despatch areas.

You will be responsible for all inventory control related activities. You will also be focusing on the outbound distribution of goods to customers both UK based and worldwide.

Main duties:

To liaise with your team effectively communicating assembly work flow and priorities
Direct and control work assignments of the team
To motivate staff and lead by example demonstrating best practise at all times
Deal with internal issues proactively and within the correct procedure
Effectively manage a small team in relation to all aspects of their performance
Assist with the recruitment and selection of new members of staff and complete their staff induction
Maintain attendance, timekeeping and control holiday requests of the team
Possess the ability to work productively, efficiently and effectively with initiative and drive under tight timescales and pressure whilst maintaining attention to detail and quality
Attend regular production meetings and report accordingly
Develop and implement KPI's
Ensure that the work carried out is completed to a very high standard, meeting customer expectations at all times
Develop the company's inventory management strategy with the aim of controlling costs within budgetary limits, generating savings, realizing inventory and maximizing available work capital
Manage and maintain the company's material and stocked product inventory including stock profiles and locations
Manage and control perpetual inventory stock counting / inventory accuracy checks and stock checks
Minimize overstock and removal of obsolete /redundant raw materials to maximize availability of working capital
Write and maintain accurate written procedures for all main control processes and functions
Ensure works orders are correct and fully completed and that all stock has been allocated to the job correctly
Ensure integrity and accuracy of the stock management system
Manage control measures to ensure mistakes, inaccuracies and discrepancies are highlighted, addressed and resolved
Oversee the processing, picking, packing and dispatch of goods
Full working knowledge of the company's MRP system
Maintain a proactive approach to Health Safety, Environment and Quality

Skills needed:

Experience in supervising a small team within an Engineering/Manufacturing environment.
Problem solving and analytical skills with good organisational skills
A hands on approach and good understanding of H&S
Ability to lead a team and build strong relationships