Despatch Manager
Two Six Recruitment Limited · Verwood, England ·
Job Description Despatch Manager – Engineering/Manufacturing - Hands-On Leadership Role £40,000 - Permanent If you’re a Despatch Manager (or a strong supervisor ready to step up) who enjoys organisation, responsibility, and keeping things running smoothly, this role offers something a bit different.
We’re supporting a well-established engineering/manufacturing business that’s looking to bring in someone to take full ownership of their despatch function. It’s a key role within the operation, where what you do genuinely makes a difference day to day.
You’ll be leading a small team, managing priorities, and making sure everything leaves site accurately and on time.
What you’ll be doing
Managing the day-to-day despatch and logistics operation Leading and developing a small, hands-on team Prioritising workload to meet customer delivery deadlines Ensuring orders are picked, packed, and despatched accurately Coordinating with production, planning, and external suppliers Overseeing stock control, records, and reporting Keeping things organised in a fast-paced, changing environment What they’re looking for: Experience in despatch, logistics, or manufacturing leadership Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Comfortable managing multiple priorities A hands-on approach and willingness to lead from the front A confident communicator who works well with different teams Why this role stands out: Full ownership of the despatch function A hands-on role where you can make a real impact Opportunity to build and develop your team A fast-paced environment with plenty of variety A stable, well-established business A role where organisation and leadership are genuinely valued If you want a role where you can really take ownership and see the difference your work makes, this could be a great next step. Apply now or get in touch with Vicki Reeks for a confidential chat.