Remote Logistics Dispatcher - Flexible Hours & Growth

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible scheduling

Training & development in logistics

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Dispatcher to manage transportation logistics from a home-based office in South Africa. You will coordinate drivers, schedule deliveries, and optimize routes in real-time.

The ideal candidate communicates clearly, stays calm under pressure, and uses dispatch software and GPS tracking to ensure on-time performance. This full-time role offers fully remote arrangements, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for training within a growing logistics team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a dispatcher or in logistics coordination.
• Familiarity with dispatch software and GPS tracking systems.
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to stay calm and make decisions in fast-paced environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable home office with internet access for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assign routes to drivers based on schedules and vehicle availability.
• Monitor driver progress and provide updates and support as needed.
• Respond to inquiries and emergencies promptly to minimize disruptions.
• Use dispatch software and GPS data to optimize routes and on-time deliveries.
• Maintain records of dispatches and driver activities.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to resolve scheduling conflicts.

Skills

Dispatch software

GPS tracking

Communication

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Calm under pressure

Organizational skills

Tools

Dispatch software

GPS tracking systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Dispatcher to manage transportation logistics from a home-based office in South Africa. You will coordinate drivers, schedule deliveries, and optimize routes in real-time.

The ideal candidate communicates clearly, stays calm under pressure, and uses dispatch software and GPS tracking to ensure on-time performance. This full-time role offers fully remote arrangements, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for training within a growing logistics team.