Dispatch Clerk

Ithemba Recruitment- Sourcing Top Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a Dispatch Clerk to coordinate the movement of goods from the warehouse to clients. The role involves ensuring timely order fulfillment, preparing shipping documents, and maintaining records. Candidates should have a Matric qualification and a Diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to play a key role in logistics operations in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Matric qualification is required.
• A diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize the dispatch of goods with completed documents.
• Maintain records of goods received and dispatched.
• Verify shipping documents and cargo.
• Schedule deliveries for outgoing shipments.
• Ensure outgoing shipments meet specifications.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Matric

Diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain Management

Job description

The dispatch clerk is responsible for coordinating the movement of goods and products from our warehouse to our clients or any other location specified by the company.

The primary purpose of this role is to ensure that orders are filled and shipped on time, and that the correct items are included in each shipment.

This includes but is not limited to preparing shipping documents, scheduling deliveries, and coordinating with other departments or third‑party logistics providers.

This role requires a high level of organization and attention to detail, as well as good communication and customer service skills.

Duties and responsibilities

• Organizes the dispatch of goods with completed documents.
• Maintains prescribed records of goods received and dispatched.
• Check shipping documents and verifies cargo to be released.
• Receives details of outgoing cargo and arranges bookings of stock to deliver it to clients.
• Ensures outgoing shipments are in good condition and meet specifications.
• Perform other duties e.g. filing, scanning, copying, collating, record keeping.
• Receive and verify invoices, proof of deliveries, warehouse transfer for goods and services.

Qualifications and responsibilities

• Matric
• Diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain Management