Warehouse / Dispatch Supervisor
| Posting date: | 16 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £29,564 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 August 2025 |
| Location: | Stockton-on-Tees, TS22 5TB |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1207 |
Summary
Job Advert
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Warehouse/Despatch Supervisor to join our dynamic team at our Wynyard site. This is an
important role within our warehouse/distribution operations — ideal for a driven individual with a passion for warehousing,
logistics, team leadership, and operational excellence in a fast-paced food environment.
Warehousing/Despatch Team Supervisor – Chilled Food Manufacturing
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off shift pattern rotating days -7am - 7pm and nights - 6pm - 6am
Pay: £29,564.16 per annum
Location: The Compleat food Group, Wellington House, Wynyard Avenue, Billingham, TS22 5TB
About Us:
The Compleat Food Group are a fast growing food group on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food, that people
love to eat. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive
impact.
Our team of over 6,000 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just
make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone. Our genuine passion drives the creation of products for
UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, Vadasz and
Unearthed.
What you will be doing:
As our Warehouse/Despatch Team Supervisor, you will be responsible for the efficient intake, storage, and delivery of all stock
and goods. You’ll lead a dedicated team of Stock Controllers and Pickers, ensuring the seamless movement of products internally
and externally, and maintaining the highest standards of safety, accuracy and quality.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee stock receipt accuracy and coordinate with production sites on delivery schedules.
* Monitor and reconcile stock levels — ensuring real-time, accurate reporting twice daily.
* Support the Stock Controller in investigating and resolving stock discrepancies.
* Supervise the team and picking process, maintaining efficiency, customer satisfaction, and product integrity.
* Enforce rigorous stock rotation and temperature control policies.
* Ensure the timely and accurate dispatch of goods to internal and external customers.
* Liaise with hauliers and site teams for order planning, product availability, and special deliveries.
* Maintain full accuracy in despatch notes, load sheets, and customer shortage reporting.
* Oversee weekend system shutdowns in accordance with protocols.
* Line-manage and support a team of Order Pickers and Stock Controllers.
* Drive team performance, training, attendance, and compliance.
* Continuously seek to improve departmental systems, processes, and customer service standards.
Who we are looking for:
* Proven experience in dispatch, warehouse, or logistics supervision — ideally in the food or FMCG sector.
* Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to engage, motivate and develop a team.
* Excellent organisational and computer skills (e.g. stock systems, reporting tools).
* A positive “can-do” attitude and hands-on approach to solving problems and driving improvements.
* A commitment to safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
* Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity,
and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we
provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the
application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com
[recruitment@compleatfood.com] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Warehouse/Despatch Supervisor to join our dynamic team at our Wynyard site. This is an
important role within our warehouse/distribution operations — ideal for a driven individual with a passion for warehousing,
logistics, team leadership, and operational excellence in a fast-paced food environment.
Warehousing/Despatch Team Supervisor – Chilled Food Manufacturing
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off shift pattern rotating days -7am - 7pm and nights - 6pm - 6am
Pay: £29,564.16 per annum
Location: The Compleat food Group, Wellington House, Wynyard Avenue, Billingham, TS22 5TB
About Us:
The Compleat Food Group are a fast growing food group on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food, that people
love to eat. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive
impact.
Our team of over 6,000 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just
make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone. Our genuine passion drives the creation of products for
UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, Vadasz and
Unearthed.
What you will be doing:
As our Warehouse/Despatch Team Supervisor, you will be responsible for the efficient intake, storage, and delivery of all stock
and goods. You’ll lead a dedicated team of Stock Controllers and Pickers, ensuring the seamless movement of products internally
and externally, and maintaining the highest standards of safety, accuracy and quality.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee stock receipt accuracy and coordinate with production sites on delivery schedules.
* Monitor and reconcile stock levels — ensuring real-time, accurate reporting twice daily.
* Support the Stock Controller in investigating and resolving stock discrepancies.
* Supervise the team and picking process, maintaining efficiency, customer satisfaction, and product integrity.
* Enforce rigorous stock rotation and temperature control policies.
* Ensure the timely and accurate dispatch of goods to internal and external customers.
* Liaise with hauliers and site teams for order planning, product availability, and special deliveries.
* Maintain full accuracy in despatch notes, load sheets, and customer shortage reporting.
* Oversee weekend system shutdowns in accordance with protocols.
* Line-manage and support a team of Order Pickers and Stock Controllers.
* Drive team performance, training, attendance, and compliance.
* Continuously seek to improve departmental systems, processes, and customer service standards.
Who we are looking for:
* Proven experience in dispatch, warehouse, or logistics supervision — ideally in the food or FMCG sector.
* Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to engage, motivate and develop a team.
* Excellent organisational and computer skills (e.g. stock systems, reporting tools).
* A positive “can-do” attitude and hands-on approach to solving problems and driving improvements.
* A commitment to safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
* Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity,
and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we
provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the
application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com
[recruitment@compleatfood.com] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.