Dispatcher

To supervise warehouse staff and prepare and process all import and export documentation, a supply chain business in Centurion, Gauteng is seeking a Dispatcher.

The culture is down-to-earth, with a real focus on getting things right. The team is tight-knit, dependable, and quick to support one another. Send your CV through today and take the first step towards this opportunity.

You will work to daily dispatch targets in a fast-moving distribution environment.

• Manage vehicle fleet maintenance and servicing schedule, ensuring all vehicles are serviced on time and kept roadworthy.
• Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs agents, and customers to coordinate smooth flow of goods across the supply chain.
• Prepare and process all import and export documentation including customs declarations, bills of entry, and shipping instructions.
• Oversee daily warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and dispatching to meet productivity targets.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, delivery shortfalls, damaged goods, and returns, implementing corrective actions.
• Supervise warehouse staff including pickers, packers, and forklift drivers, ensuring work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Plan and coordinate transportation activities including route planning, load consolidation, carrier selection, and delivery scheduling.

• Knowledge of South African customs regulations, import and export procedures, and Incoterms for international logistics.
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems, transport management systems, or ERP systems such as SAP.
• A minimum of two to four years of experience in logistics, warehousing, transport, or supply chain operations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with internal teams and external providers.
• A diploma or degree in logistics, supply chain management, transport management, or a related field.
• For warehouse supervisory roles, experience with material handling equipment including reach trucks and forklifts with valid licences.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.