Assistant Despatch Manager

On behalf of our client we are seeking to recruit an Assistant Despatch Manager for their manufacturing and distribution site in Bradford. You will be a key part of the team, working closely with the Despatch Manager and the team to ensure the efficient running of the department.As the Assistant Despatch Manager you will work in partnership with the Despatch Manager and other management to:Plan and allocate work Ensure all good are packaged suitably for delivery and are despatched on time, in fullManage delivery and collection of goodsWork with Manager to ensure all stock levels are correctAssist with management of all staff in line with company requirements, taking action to motivate, train and maintain discipline as required.Deputise for Manager when they are out of the businessResponsibilities:Planning Workload:Ensure manager is updated dailyEnsure distribution are aware of all transport requirements to enable vehicle/driver planningWork with manager to provide daily/weekly plan to ensure efficient utilisation of labourUse computer system to check on Job hours and packaging requirementsCommunicate effectively with other department managers to ensure all timings are on planCommunicate with Sales and Admin to ensure delivery dates are correct on systemPlan and design packaging requirements with suppliers for large jobsDaily workload:Produce daily work planCheck timeliness and quality of work of the teamOrganise transport requirements for following dayProduce courier labels ..... full job details .....