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Dispatch Manager

  • Pretoria
  • Salary: (Negotiable)
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Sectors: Business Management
  • Reference: 79945

Apply before Jul 15 2026 | 31 Days left

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Employer: Unique Personnel

We are looking for a retail dispatch manager. To ensure the efficient and accurate dispatch of goods from the warehouse or retail outlet to customers, branches, or third-party delivery partners. This includes overseeing staff, ensuring delivery timelines are met, managing stock accuracy, and maintaining compliance with health, safety, and company standards.
 
Key Responsibilities


Manage daily dispatch operations for local and regional deliveries.


Supervise and coordinate dispatch team members, including drivers, pickers, and loaders.


Plan and monitor outgoing deliveries to ensure timely, complete, and accurate dispatch of customer orders.


Liaise with courier companies, transport providers, and internal departments.


Ensure accurate documentation and invoicing accompany every order (e.g. delivery notes, picking slips).


Maintain updated dispatch records on ERP/WMS systems.


Oversee the loading and routing of delivery vehicles.


Monitor performance KPIs (e.g., on-time delivery, delivery accuracy, dispatch errors).


Perform regular checks on dispatch areas to ensure cleanliness, organisation, and safety.


Investigate and resolve issues related to delays, stock variances, or customer complaints.


Support stock counts, audits, and shrinkage control initiatives.


Candidate Requirements

Minimum Requirements


Matric (Grade 12) essential


Tertiary qualification in Logistics, Warehousing, or Supply Chain (advantageous)


3–5 years of experience in a dispatch/warehouse environment (retail/FMCG preferred)


2+ years in a supervisory or managerial role


Strong understanding of dispatch processes, stock control, and delivery systems


Computer literacy: MS Excel, email, and familiarity with WMS or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, IQ Retail)


Valid driver’s license (preferred)



Key Skills & Competencies


Strong leadership and team supervision


Excellent organisational and time-management skills


Attention to detail and problem-solving ability


Knowledge of health and safety regulations in warehousing


Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines


Good communication and interpersonal skills


Conflict resolution and staff performance management


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