Stores and Despatch Supervisor

Stores and Despatch Supervisor

Location: Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JR
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Benefits!
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 39 hours per week
Benefits: Pension Scheme, 23 days holiday (plus statutory) per annum, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme Profit Related Pay, Auto enrol Pension Scheme

Join Autochair - A visionary leader in vehicle adaptations!

At Autochair, we design and manufacture cutting-edge mobility adaptations, giving individuals the freedom and independence they deserve. Our fast-paced, dynamic environment requires agility, problem-solving, and a proactive approach.

We are looking for a highly capable and hands-on Stores and Despatch Supervisor to lead our warehousing operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

If you thrive under pressure, enjoy leading teams, and aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves to get the job done, we want to hear from you!

As our Stores and Despatch Supervisor you will be responsible for:

Leading & Supervising the Team

• Managing, motivating, and developing a high-performing stores and despatch team.
• Setting clear job expectations, provide coaching, and foster a culture of accountability.
• Overseeing staffing levels, assign workloads, and ensure smooth operations.

Operating in a Fast-Paced Environment

• Identifying challenges, propose solutions, and implement process improvements.
• Reacting quickly to urgent demands, problem-solving in real time.
• Maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction by ensuring accuracy and efficiency in stock handling and despatch.

Managing Stock & Despatch Operations

• Ensure shipments, inventory, and documentation are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Organise and maintain the warehouse to ensure streamlined operations.
• Use data and reporting tools to measure and enhance performance.

In order to be successful in this role you must have:

• Proven experience in a Stores Supervisor or similar leadership role.
• Ability to work under pressure, make quick decisions, and proactively solve problems.
• Hands-on leadership style comfortable stepping in when needed.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of stores software, inventory management, and MS Office proficiency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A valid driving licence.

It would be great if you had some relevant qualifications in logistics, supply chain management, or business administration but this is not essential.

Are you ready to lead from the front

If you're an experienced supervisor looking for a fast-paced, hands-on role where you can make a real impact, click "APPLY" today!