Dispatch & Logistics Specialist (Upington) — Timely Shipments

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and provident fund

Professional development

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, SA is seeking a highly organized Dispatch Coordinator to oversee outbound logistics from the facility. You will coordinate with carriers, prepare documentation, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining accuracy.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and proficiency with logistics software and Microsoft Office. You will ensure orders are picked, packed, and dispatched efficiently, contributing to customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in dispatch, logistics or transportation coordination.
• Understanding of shipping procedures and carrier operations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with logistics software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dispatch of outbound shipments.
• Liaise with transportation providers to book carriers.
• Prepare and verify shipping documentation.
• Ensure orders are picked, packed and staged for dispatch.
• Track shipments and provide status updates to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Resolve issues or delays in the dispatch process.

Skills

Dispatch coordination

Logistics coordination

Shipping documentation

Communication

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, SA is seeking a highly organized Dispatch Coordinator to oversee outbound logistics from the facility. You will coordinate with carriers, prepare documentation, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining accuracy.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and proficiency with logistics software and Microsoft Office. You will ensure orders are picked, packed, and dispatched efficiently, contributing to customer satisfaction.