Stores & Despatch Manager (Fixed-Term Contract – 3 to 6 Months)
Stores & Despatch Manager (Fixed-Term Contract – 3 to 6 Months)
Malton, North YorkshireSalary: £42,000 (Pro-rata)Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pmStart Date: Ideally within 1–2 weeks
Ready to hit the ground running?
Pro-Pak Foods is looking for an experienced Stores & Despatch Manager to join our management team on a fixed-term contract for 3–6 months. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished warehouse and logistics professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and can quickly make a positive impact.
Leading a team of 4 Supervisors, 5 Team Leaders and approximately 30 colleagues, you'll take ownership of our Goods In, Stores and Despatch operations, ensuring they continue to perform safely, efficiently and effectively during a key period for the business.
We're looking for someone who is available to start within the next 1–2 weeks, can adapt quickly, build strong relationships and confidently lead operational performance from day one.
What you'll be doing
Leading the day-to-day operation of the Goods In, Stores and Despatch departments.
Providing strong leadership, coaching and support to Supervisors, Team Leaders and colleagues.
Driving operational performance through effective KPI management and continuous improvement.
Ensuring all processes are controlled, compliant and aligned with business objectives.
Championing health, safety and environmental standards across the department.
Working closely with production, planning and external logistics partners to maintain excellent service levels.
Managing stock accuracy and inventory control while minimising waste and write-offs.
Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs and embed best practice.
Supporting change initiatives and maintaining high standards throughout the contract period.
What we're looking for
You'll be an experienced operations or warehouse leader with the confidence to make an immediate contribution. Ideally you'll have:
Strong experience in warehouse, logistics, goods in, despatch and stock control within a manufacturing environment.
Experience managing third-party logistics providers.
A proven track record of leading and developing successful teams.
Strong analytical skills with experience using KPIs and operational data to drive improvements.
Excellent organisational and planning skills.
Experience implementing continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
A hands-on, adaptable leadership style with the ability to build credibility quickly.
Availability to start within 1–2 weeks.
What we offer
£42,000 salary (pro-rata)
Monday to Friday working pattern (8:00am – 5:00pm)
33 days holiday (pro rata), including bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave (where applicable)
Access to GroceryAid, providing emotional, practical and financial support
Benefits and recognition hub, including excellent colleague discounts
The opportunity to join a supportive management team and make a real impact during an important period of the business
Interested?
If you're an experienced Goods In, Warehouse or Logistics Manager looking for your next interim opportunity and are available to start within 1–2 weeks, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send us your CV together with a brief introduction outlining your availability and relevant experience.