Remote Logistics & Dispatch Coordinator

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible schedule

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Remote Logistics & Dispatch Coordinator to manage daily dispatch schedules, coordinate drivers, and ensure timely deliveries from a remote setting.

You will utilize GPS tracking, dispatch software, and cross-functional teamwork to optimize routes, resolve issues, and reduce costs while maintaining strong communication with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics coordination, dispatching, or a similar role.
• Proficiency with dispatch software, fleet management systems, and GPS tracking technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with South African transportation regulations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dispatch schedules for a fleet of vehicles and drivers, ensuring efficient route planning and timely deliveries.
• Act as the primary communication channel for drivers, providing support, updates, and instructions.
• Monitor real-time fleet movements using GPS tracking systems and address operational disruptions.
• Manage and update logistics documentation, including manifests, delivery records, and driver logs.
• Collaborate with sales, customer service, and operations teams to meet client needs and resolve logistical challenges.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in dispatch and logistics operations to reduce costs.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Tools

Dispatch software

Fleet management systems

GPS tracking technology

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and organized Remote Logistics & Dispatch Coordinator to join their expanding team. This role is critical for managing the day-to-day logistics and dispatch operations, ensuring timely and efficient movement of goods and resources. You will be the central point of contact for drivers, clients, and internal teams, coordinating schedules, resolving issues, and optimizing routes from a remote setting. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at coordinating complex logistical tasks without direct physical oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dispatch schedules for a fleet of vehicles and drivers, ensuring efficient route planning and timely deliveries.
• Act as the primary communication channel for drivers, providing support, updates, and instructions.
• Monitor real-time fleet movements using GPS tracking systems and proactively address any operational disruptions.
• Manage and update logistics documentation, including manifests, delivery records, and driver logs.
• Collaborate with sales, customer service, and operations teams to meet client needs and resolve logistical challenges.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in dispatch and logistics operations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Requirements

• Proven experience in logistics coordination, dispatching, or a similar role within the transportation industry.
• Proficiency with dispatch software, fleet management systems, and GPS tracking technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a demanding, remote work environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to operational challenges.
• Familiarity with South African transportation regulations is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote position, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the logistics sector.
• Access to modern logistics and dispatch management tools.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture, despite the remote nature of the role.