Despatch Manager

Despatch Manager

Job Title:

Work Type:

Permanent - Full Time

Work Mode:

On-site

Industry:

Logistics Distribution & Supply Chain

Location:

Thomastown - Victoria 

Salary:

$100,000 - $120,000 + Super

Reference:

BH-28738

ABOUT THE COMPANY
Our client is a leading importer and distributor in the FMCG space. An innovative organisation with extensive year-on-year growth and exciting career advancement opportunities. With a national profile, our client is a leader in the food and beverage space.

ABOUT THE ROLE
Working in the Melbourne Distribution Centre and reporting to the DC Manager, the position will focus on day-to-day warehouse outbound operations. The Despatch Manager will work closely with the warehouse staff to ensure all aspects of outbound operations are actioned. The position is more than a standard outbound position; it is an autonomous position with a range of responsibility. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated exposure to managing outbound pick management, ensuring compliance on packing orders (including food), organising high-volume delivery runs, optimising routes and leading staff. We have 2 shifts available, 4am - 12pm and 10am - 6pm.

DUTIES
• Lead a team of 5 warehouse and 13 drivers, a hands-on position leading from the front
• Ensure order picking is accurate and stock levels are correct using Odoo
• Ensure load and driver optimisation is monitored and updated through Solbox
• Work closely with the warehouse leaders on WHS, process improvement and SOP management
• Manage staffing levels, training and compliance

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Demonstrated experience in outbound Warehouse management (FMCG sector exposure desirable)  
• Demonstrated experience managing a fleet / high volume of deliveries
• Exposure to working with production, planning or manufacturing teams with stock projections
• Experience in cross-training, upskilling and mentoring large teams
• Previous experience managing WHS and ensuing HSE is current and implemented

COMPANY CULTURE
A global company with a robust systems process committed to creating quality products in their vertical. This growing organisation will reward successful and motivated operators with progression opportunities.

BENEFITS
• Work with a strong, reputable brand that is a market leader in their space
• Drive a positive culture, support the development of processes and future plans within the warehouse operations
• Opportunity to grow within the business

ABOUT US
Veritas Recruitment recruits across multiple verticals with industry-specific recruiters servicing a range of clients. Our divisions include Freight & Logistics, Senior Accounting & Finance, Accounting Support, Business Support and Technical & Operational positions. To find out more about Veritas and our team, visit www.veritasrecruitment.com.au

THE CONSULTANT
Marc Aloisio specialises in recruiting within the Freight & Logistics space, working on a range of positions across the industry.

APPLY ONLINE
Please click the appropriate link and send your resume in WORD format. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Marc Aloisio on 0412 634 437.

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