Despatch Supervisor

Nightshift Despatch Supervisor

Fife. Scotland

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 DOE

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Shift Pattern: Monday - Thursday: 8:00pm - 4:30am,

Friday: 6:00pm - 2:30am shift on Fridays

About the Role

Alexander Steele are delighted to be supporting a successful FMCG business in the search for a Nightshift Despatch Supervisor.

This is a hands-on supervisory role responsible for the smooth running of nightshift despatch operations, ensuring customer orders are accurately picked, packed and prepared for on-time delivery. Leading a small team, you will drive performance, maintain service levels, and ensure high standards of food safety, quality, and health & safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

* Supervise and coordinate the nightshift despatch operation to meet customer service and delivery targets.

* Ensure orders are accurately picked, packed, checked and prepared for dispatch.

* Manage shift priorities and resolve day-to-day operational issues to maintain service levels.

* Maintain compliance with food safety, quality, hygiene and health & safety standards.

* Liaise closely with production and transport teams to ensure efficient workflow and product availability.

* Monitor team performance, support training activities and promote a positive team culture.

* Complete shift handovers and maintain accurate operational records and documentation.

Candidate Requirements

* Previous experience within a despatch, warehouse, logistics, manufacturing or FMCG environment.

* Experience leading or supervising teams in a fast-paced operation.

* Strong organisational, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

* Good understanding of health & safety, food safety and quality standards