Senior Logistics & Fleet Dispatch Specialist (Midrand)

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Cutting-edge logistics technology

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 urgently seeks a Logistics Coordinator for our Midrand hub. You will manage dispatch, optimize routes, and coordinate drivers, warehouse staff, and clients to ensure on-time, in-full deliveries. The role blends office coordination with on-site supervision under a hybrid model in Midrand.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in logistics, strong organizational and analytical skills, and experience with fleet management systems. Knowledge of local Gauteng routes is an advantage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management.
• Experience coordinating fleet operations and driver management.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dispatch operations for a fleet of delivery vehicles.
• Plan and optimize delivery routes to improve efficiency and transit times.
• Coordinate with drivers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
• Track vehicle and goods movement using logistics software.
• Communicate with drivers, warehouse staff and customers.
• Resolve disruptions and maintain safety and policy compliance.
• Record deliveries, driver performance, and fleet utilization.
• Analyze data to identify improvements and cost savings.
• Prepare KPI reports for management.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Time-management

Problem-solving

Driver coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Route planning software

Fleet management systems

Job description

Placements24 urgently seeks a Logistics Coordinator for our Midrand hub. You will manage dispatch, optimize routes, and coordinate drivers, warehouse staff, and clients to ensure on-time, in-full deliveries. The role blends office coordination with on-site supervision under a hybrid model in Midrand.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in logistics, strong organizational and analytical skills, and experience with fleet management systems. Knowledge of local Gauteng routes is an advantage.