Factory Dispatch & Logistics Lead

O'Brien Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Brien Recruitment in Ottery, Cape Town, is seeking a hands-on Dispatch Manager to own the dispatch function and component stores within a busy manufacturing environment.

You will lead a small team, coordinate daily invoicing and shipping, and manage stock control and documentation to ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and on time. The role requires strong planning, problem-solving, and customer-friendly communication with internal teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Matric is required.
• Minimum experience in a Dispatch/Stores/Logistics leadership role.
• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, warehousing or distribution is preferred.
• Experience managing component stores or stock issuing to a factory.
• Experience with invoicing, orders, courier dispatch and road freight.
• Strong staff management experience (8-10 staff).
• Excellent communication with customers and suppliers.
• Proficient with MS Office; ERP/dispatch systems advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing Component Stores
• Daily Issuing to Factory
• Invoicing and Shipping Coordination
• Dispatch Planning
• Team Management
• Customer and Supplier Interaction
• Stock and Documentation Control
• Operational Problem-Solving

Skills

Staff management

Planning

Organisation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Customer communication

Team leadership

Education

Matric

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Dispatch software

Job description

O'Brien Recruitment in Ottery, Cape Town, is seeking a hands-on Dispatch Manager to own the dispatch function and component stores within a busy manufacturing environment.

You will lead a small team, coordinate daily invoicing and shipping, and manage stock control and documentation to ensure orders are fulfilled accurately and on time. The role requires strong planning, problem-solving, and customer-friendly communication with internal teams and external partners.