Despatch Administrator

Are you organised, proactive and great at keeping things running smoothly? Would you love a role where attention to detail and communication make all the difference? We are recruiting for a Dispatch Administrator to…

Pay rate £14.50/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 9 October 2026

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Opportunity to become permanent

Are you organised, proactive and great at keeping things running smoothly? Would you love a role where attention to detail and communication make all the difference?

We are recruiting for a Dispatch Administrator to join a busy manufacturing business and support the smooth coordination of customer deliveries. Working as part of the Supply Chain team, the Dispatch Administrator will liaise with the warehouse, internal teams and external transport providers to ensure shipments are planned, documented and communicated accurately.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied administrative role in a fast-paced environment, with the potential to secure a permanent position.

What will you be doing as a Dispatch Administrator?

Monitoring daily shipment requirements and processing dispatch requests using the company ERP system
Producing warehouse picking lists, packing slips and delivery documentation
Communicating dispatch requirements and priorities to the warehouse team
Arranging collections and deliveries with external hauliers
Liaising with transport providers regarding collection times, vehicle requirements and any changes or delays
Keeping internal teams updated on shipment progress, shortages and potential delays
Responding to changing customer requirements and delivery priorities
Maintaining accurate dispatch records and escalating any delivery or service issues when needed
We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

Previous experience in administration, ideally within dispatch, logistics, transport, warehousing or customer service
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook and Excel
Experience using an ERP system would be beneficial
Good written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment
A proactive approach to problem-solving and the confidence to liaise with internal teams and external transport providers
Similar job titles you may have worked under include Logistics Administrator, Transport Administrator, Warehouse Administrator, Shipping Administrator or Customer Service Administrator
What will you get in return for your work as a Dispatch Administrator?

£14.50 per hour
Weekly pay
A temporary position with the opportunity to become permanent
Working hours expected to be 8am-3pm Monday to Thursday and 8am-1pm Friday
Free parking
The opportunity to develop your experience within a busy manufacturing and Supply Chain environment
If this sounds like a role you will LOVE, and you have the skills and experience were looking for, wed love to hear from you. Apply today!

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