Dispatch Operations Lead: Route Optimization & Team Mentorship

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary commensurate with经验

Health insurance

Development opportunities

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Dispatch Manager to lead the dispatch operations in Richards Bay, overseeing scheduling, routing, load planning and performance of a dispatch team. The role focuses on achieving timely deliveries, cost efficiency and regulatory compliance in a busy logistics network.

You will drive improvements in routing, safety, and service delivery, coordinating with drivers and fleet maintenance while leveraging TMS and routing software to track shipments and optimize

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading dispatch operations or supervisory roles in logistics.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop a dispatch team.
• Strong knowledge of transportation management systems (TMS) and routing software.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making and communication skills.
• Understanding of vehicle maintenance, driver regulations, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dispatch operations including scheduling, routing, and load planning.
• Manage and mentor the dispatch team to meet performance expectations.
• Develop efficient routing strategies to minimize transit times and fuel costs.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and company policies.
• Coordinate with fleet maintenance and drivers to ensure vehicle availability and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Route optimization

Strategic planning

Tools

TMS

Routing software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Dispatch Manager to lead the dispatch operations in Richards Bay, overseeing scheduling, routing, load planning and performance of a dispatch team. The role focuses on achieving timely deliveries, cost efficiency and regulatory compliance in a busy logistics network.

You will drive improvements in routing, safety, and service delivery, coordinating with drivers and fleet maintenance while leveraging TMS and routing software to track shipments and optimize