Dispatch & Receiving Manager

Fouche & Co Recruitment; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 223,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Fouche & Co Recruitment is seeking an experienced logistics supervisor for a busy food wholesale operation in Richards Bay. The role focuses on inbound receiving, outbound dispatch, and strict cold-chain management across retail, production and wholesale supply.

You will supervise a team, enforce HACCP and hygiene standards, conduct stocktakes, and ensure accurate loading, packing and on-time deliveries in a fast-paced environment. Early starts and physical work are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in receiving, dispatch, warehouse or logistics in food, meat, FMCG or cold-chain environments.
• Strong knowledge of temperature control and FIFO/FEFO principles.
• Familiarity with stock systems and delivery notes; basic Excel or ERP usage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise inbound deliveries of carcasses, primals, and supplies, verifying quantities, grades and temperatures.
• Manage outbound dispatch, ensuring accurate pick lists, packing and loading on time.
• Maintain rigorous cold-chain control and temperature monitoring across fridges and freezers (FIFO/FEFO).
• Conduct cycle counts, stocktakes and investigate shrink or short-dated stock.
• Enforce HACCP, hygiene standards and compliance for audits.
• Lead, roster and train receiving, dispatch and driving staff in a fast-paced early-start environment.

Skills

Receiving & Dispatch Experience

Cold-Chain Knowledge

FIFO/FEFO Principles

Food Safety Basics

Tools

Stock Systems

Delivery Notes

Excel

ERP Software

Job description

A well-established food and wholesale operations business specializing in a fast-paced butchery environment spanning retail, production, and wholesale supply.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and supervise inbound deliveries of carcasses, primals, and supplies while verifying quantities, grades, and temperatures.
• Manage outbound dispatch, ensuring pick lists, packing, and loading are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain rigorous cold-chain control, FIFO/FEFO rotation, and temperature monitoring across fridges and freezers.
• Conduct cycle counts, full stocktakes, and investigate shrink or short-dated stock.
• Enforce HACCP, hygiene standards, and compliance rules to support internal and external audits.
• Lead, roster, and train receiving, dispatch, and driving staff in a physical, early-start environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience in receiving, dispatch, warehouse, or logistics within food, meat, FMCG, or cold-chain operations.
• Strong understanding of temperature control, FIFO/FEFO principles, and basic food safety.
• Proficiency with stock systems, delivery notes, and basic Excel or ERP software.
• Ability to handle early starts and work physically within cold rooms and loading bays.
• Valid driver’s licence (Code 10 / C1 is an advantage).
• Desirable: Meat industry or butchery experience, HACCP training, and forklift certification.

Attributes

• Strong leadership capabilities with a calm approach to problem-solving under pressure.
• High level of numeracy and exceptional attention to detail.
• Flexible and reliable regarding peak periods and early morning shifts.

Remuneration

R20 000 - R35 000 CTC Monthly

***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.***