Despatch Coordinator

The Company

Our client is a well-established UK manufacturing business operating within the timber and wood products sector. With strong values around safety, integrity, teamwork, and sustainability, the business has seen significant growth through continued investment in modern equipment while maintaining a bespoke, customer-focused approach. As a Despatch Planner, you will join a collaborative supply chain team where people truly are at the heart of the operation.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

Benefits

* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays

* Mini healthcare package

* Pension scheme

* Annual profit-related bonus

* Permanent, full-time role

Job Description

As a Despatch Planner, you will coordinate the delivery of sawn timber products to customers across the UK. The role focuses on planning, customer service, and communication rather than hands-on transport. The Despatch Planner will review order books, monitor production schedules, plan loads, arrange internal and external transport, and liaise closely with customers, sales teams, and haulage partners to meet delivery expectations.

Skills & Experience

To succeed as a Despatch Planner, you will ideally have experience in despatch, transport, production, or supply chain planning. Strong Excel and Outlook skills are essential, alongside excellent attention to detail, organisation, and communication. GCSE-level Maths and English (or equivalent) are preferred.

Why Should You Apply?

This Despatch Planner opportunity offers stability, variety, and progression within a growing UK manufacturer. Joining as a Despatch Planner means becoming part of a supportive team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. If you’re looking for a hands-on planning role with real impact, apply now for the Despatch Planner position