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Despatch Coordinator
Somerset
Salary up to £28,500 (DOE)
A rapidly growing and innovative company in the food manufacturing industry is seeking a Despatch Coordinator to join its dynamic team. Supplying customers across the UK and EU food markets.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant and fast-growing business that values innovation, teamwork, and exceptional service. If you are looking for a new challenge in a supportive and forward-thinking company, apply today!
The Role:
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and energetic professional with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. This position is well-suited to a confident team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience in supply chain coordination, particularly in despatch, liaising with hauliers, preparing despatch paperwork, and managing third-party storage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Liaising with customers and 3rd party transport partners to arrange and confirm deliveries, ensuring compliance with booking-in procedures
- Preparing accurate and timely despatch paperwork (electronic and hard copies) in line with customer requirements
- Coordinating the daily despatch of products with internal and external stakeholders
- Managing 3rd party raw material storage to align with the production plan
- Overseeing contract-manufactured products to meet customer and internal requirements
- Handling import and export documentation in compliance with international regulations
- Maintaining professional communication across departments and with external partners
Your Skills & Experience
- Strong ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships
- Experience working in Despatch, Supply Chain, or a related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- ERP system experience
- Strong time management skills
- Full Clean Driving Licence
