Engineering Despatch Manager

Industry: Precision Engineering (Aerospace)

Position Type: Full-time | Permanent

Salary: £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Weekly Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm & Friday 7:30am - 12:30pm (39 basic)

Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Despatch Manager to lead our despatch operations within a dynamic and fast-paced precision engineering environment. This is a pivotal role where you will oversee the efficient and accurate delivery of customer orders, ensuring compliance with stringent aerospace standards.

As a hands-on leader, you will manage a dedicated team, coordinate multiple priorities, and act as a key liaison between production, operations, and external suppliers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, values precision, and is passionate about fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.

Responsibilities As the Despatch Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

Leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the Despatch Department.

Prioritising workloads to ensure all customer delivery deadlines are met.

Supervising, supporting, and developing the despatch team to maximise performance.

Setting clear expectations and maintaining accountability within the team.

Identifying training needs and supporting ongoing skill development.

Overseeing the accurate preparation and despatch of all customer orders.

Ensuring all orders are correctly invoiced and aligned with customer requirements.

Coordinating and monitoring subcontract treatment processes.

Maintaining accurate despatch logs, treatment records, and monthly reporting.

Overseeing stock allocation and organisation within the department.

Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention.

Proactively communicating with internal departments to avoid delays.

Responding effectively to changing production and customer priorities.

Qualifications Essential Skills & Attributes: Proven leadership experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment.

Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage...