Overview
Despatch Administrator Jobs in Houghton, England, UK at Unicorn Resourcing
Location: Houghton
Dispatch Administrator
Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.
Location:
Near St Ives, Cambridgeshire
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 08:45 – 17:30 (38.75 hours/week, with one-hour unpaid lunch break)
Salary: £24,603.15 per annum (depending on experience)
About the Role
A busy and growing organisation near St Ives, Cambridgeshire is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Dispatch Administrator to join its Global Dispatch and Order Fulfilment team. The primary focus will be managing UK dispatch processes and providing support for export dispatch during absences. This is a key role ensuring the smooth coordination between departments and the accurate processing of dispatch information.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out UK dispatch administration tasks as part of a wider dispatch team
Provide carriage quotes to sales teams
Book pallet and box collections for UK shipments
Ensure all shipments are correctly labelled and processed
Liaise with couriers and resolve issues as they arise
Maintain accurate data entry and complete dispatch paperwork
Facilitate
effective communication
between the warehouse and other departments
Additional Responsibilities
Provide cover and support to colleagues in both administration and warehouse functions when required
Adapt and grow with the role as the business evolves
Communicate clearly and professionally across the business
Adhere to company health & safety procedures, especially regarding manual handling and workplace cleanliness
Handle confidential information responsibly
Undertake any other reasonable tasks to support the smooth operation of the department and wider business, including occasional work outside of regular hours if needed
What We’re Looking For
Strong
attention to detail
and organisational skills
Good
communication skills
and a professional manner
Ability to handle multiple tasks and work well in a
team environment
Proficiency with basic IT systems; experience with dispatch software is a plus
A flexible attitude and willingness to support where needed
Interested?
If you thrive in a
fast-paced
,
hands-on
environment and are ready to take ownership of a vital administrative function,
apply now
to join a dedicated and
supportive team
.
If you are interested in the role of Despatch Administrator and feel that you have the relevant experience, please contact your Recruitment Partner, Lisa Logan at Unicorn Resourcing on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
If this job isn’t exactly right for you but you’re looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential career discussion.
Unicorn Resourcing Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in regard to this Permanent opportunity
Title: Despatch Administrator
Company: Unicorn Resourcing
Location: Houghton, England, UK
Category: Administrative/Clerical (Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Clerical, Summer Seasonal, Data Entry)
