Day Shift Dispatch Supervisor - Logistics Leader

Talent Candey; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Foodservice Equipment Supplier in Johannesburg seeks a Dispatch Supervisor (Day Shift) to oversee outbound operations, ensure accurate distribution, and supervise picking, packing and dispatch activities.

The role requires Matric/Grade 12, supervisory experience, WMS knowledge, OHSA training, and strong admin skills. You will lead a team, coordinate stock movements and ensure timely deliveries across local and national channels.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree or combination of tertiary qualification and experience.
• Supervisory experience in warehouse operations.
• Experience with a comprehensive Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Experience in disciplinary hearings, performance management, coaching staff.
• Valid driver’s licence and OHSA training.
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office and administrative systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Outbound and Day Shift Manager with daily distribution operations.
• Schedule, allocate and monitor staff workloads.
• Supervise picking, packing and dispatch for local and national deliveries.
• Ensure orders are picked, packed, invoiced and dispatched accurately and on time.
• Check accurate capturing of serial numbers on invoices.
• Oversee loading of delivery trucks and courier vehicles.
• Assist with route allocation, efficiency and delivery follow-ups.
• Monitor drivers’ and staff performance.
• Coordinate stock movement between inbound and outbound.
• Participate in stocktakes and investigate shrinkage.
• Resolve delivery errors with warehouse teams and Customer Care.
• Coach, train and develop staff and assist with recruitment.
• Monitor operating costs, overtime, and safety compliance.
• Prepare incident and equipment reports and ensure smooth handover to late shift.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Warehouse operations

WMS experience

OHSA training

Microsoft Office

Administrative systems

Leadership

Planning

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

Education

Matric/Grade 12

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

WMS software

SAP

Qwix

Forklift certification

First Aid certificate

Job description

Foodservice Equipment Supplier in Johannesburg seeks a Dispatch Supervisor (Day Shift) to oversee outbound operations, ensure accurate distribution, and supervise picking, packing and dispatch activities.

The role requires Matric/Grade 12, supervisory experience, WMS knowledge, OHSA training, and strong admin skills. You will lead a team, coordinate stock movements and ensure timely deliveries across local and national channels.