Dispatch Clerk

The Dispatch Clerk will play a key role in the day-to-day running of a busy supply chain business in East London, Eastern Cape. The ideal candidate is dependable, practical, and comfortable working to deadlines.

The team values honesty, hard work, and treating every customer with respect. The working environment is collaborative, well-resourced, and focused on results. There is real scope for growth and skills development for the right person. If you are the right person for this role, apply without hesitation.

The role operates within tight delivery windows and requires flexibility around shift times.

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately according to pick lists and packing slips, ensuring correct items and quantities are dispatched.
• Prepare outgoing shipments by labelling parcels, generating waybills, and organising items for efficient collection by transport companies.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and hazard-free warehouse by sweeping floors, clearing aisles, and disposing of waste packaging daily.
• Organise the warehouse layout to ensure fast-moving lines are easily accessible and goods are stored in their designated locations.
• Offload delivery vehicles manually or using pallet jacks, ensuring goods are handled safely and without damage.
• Load delivery vehicles ensuring goods are stacked securely and weight is distributed evenly to prevent shifting during transit.

• Attention to detail and accuracy when picking, packing, and checking orders to avoid errors and customer complaints.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet daily productivity targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, stores, or distribution environment is advantageous.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a warehouse team.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills to read pick lists, count stock, and complete delivery documentation accurately.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks and basic warehouse equipment; forklift licence is an advantage.