Delivery Coordinator

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary (local)

Professional development

Team-focused environment

Impact on regional supply chain

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking a proactive Delivery Coordinator to manage local logistics. This hybrid role combines office coordination with field oversight, coordinating daily deliveries, optimizing routes, and ensuring clear communication between drivers and customers.

You will monitor dispatch progress, maintain records, and assist with vehicle maintenance and driver compliance. The ideal candidate has logistics experience, familiarity with route planning software, excellent

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, dispatch, or delivery coordination.
• Familiarity with route optimization software and fleet management systems.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of the Klerksdorp and surrounding area's geography is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule daily deliveries for the local fleet, ensuring optimal route planning.
• Monitor driver activities and delivery progress in real-time using dispatch software.
• Communicate effectively with drivers to provide updates, address issues, and manage exceptions.
• Liaise with customers to confirm delivery details and manage expectations.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and prepare performance reports.
• Assist in managing vehicle maintenance schedules and driver compliance.

Skills

Logistics experience

Dispatch systems

Organization

Communication

Pressure handling

Geography knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Delivery Coordinator to manage their delivery logistics in Klerksdorp . This hybrid role involves coordinating delivery schedules, optimizing routes, and ensuring efficient communication between drivers and customers. You will play a key role in the operational success of the logistics team, managing a fleet of delivery vehicles within the North West region. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills and a strong understanding of dispatch operations. This position offers a blend of office-based coordination and field oversight, ensuring smooth and timely deliveries for a diverse clientele.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule daily deliveries for the local fleet, ensuring optimal route planning.
• Monitor driver activities and delivery progress in real-time using dispatch software.
• Communicate effectively with drivers to provide updates, address issues, and manage exceptions.
• Liaise with customers to confirm delivery details and manage expectations.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and prepare performance reports.
• Assist in managing vehicle maintenance schedules and driver compliance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in logistics, dispatch, or delivery coordination.
• Familiarity with route optimization software and fleet management systems.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of the Klerksdorp and surrounding area's geography is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office and operational support.
• Opportunity to manage and optimize a local delivery fleet.
• Team-focused environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Contribution to the efficient supply chain operations in the region.