Distribution Controller

We are currently looking to recruit for a

Distribution Controller (Maternity Cover)

The successful candidate will lead and supervise the Distribution Administration Team in the despatch of finished products and spares to the customer within the agreed timeframe to ensure a high-quality customer service.

The Distribution Administration team are responsible for the despatch of all equipment and spares orders for distribution across the UK and Worldwide. They will work as part of this team.

In addition, the successful candidates will be accountable for the following: -

• Leading by example and driving the standard for adherence to health and safety policies and procedures.

• Organise and supervise the day-to-day activity and workload of the despatch office team to achieve optimal efficiency and operational performance.

• Deal with queries and problems passed on by team members for resolution in a timely manner.

• Work with the Finished Goods and Component Stores Supervisors overseeing the communication between other personnel within the department such as Warehouse Operatives to ensure the smooth running of the distribution process and to resolve any issues that may arise.

• Work with the Logistics Manager and the Finished Goods and Component Stores Supervisor to agree and co-ordinate the progression of the logistics functions within the Company.

• Develop and maintain good working relationships with other internal and external departments to achieve accurate and timely delivery of products both within the UK and Worldwide.

• Facilitate regular team briefs with direct reports, discussing performance, weekly action plan, potential risks, and process improvement projects.

• Support with performance related issues with staff, including training, probationary reviews, informal counselling and formal disciplinary when required.

• Approve & maintain holiday requests / holiday balances to ensure department is fully staffed to be able to provide optimum service levels.

• Work with the Logistics Manager to agree and co-ordinate the development of the team and ensure that the necessary information and documentation is raised and available.

• Work as a full team member by carrying out any other duties which may reasonably be requested of the role.

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The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that they have knowledge and skills in the following areas:

• Prior experience of working in a logistics function.

• Experience of leading a team.

• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the skills required to supervise, motivate and develop teams.

• Organisational and time management skills and the ability to assess and manage priorities.

• Communication and interpersonal skills for leading and motivating staff and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to work calmly under pressure.

• Good numeracy skills.

• Excellent understanding of Logistics processes both UK and Worldwide.

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft software, particularly Word and Excel.

• Desirable experience in exports and imports

• Good general level of education.

We wish you the best of luck in your application and thank you for the interest shown in Middleby UK.