Starke Ayres : Despatch Controller

Plennegy (Pty) Ltd.; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the agricultural sector is seeking a Despatch Controller based in Gauteng. You will manage despatch processes, supervise loading operations, and coordinate delivery schedules. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, possess a Grade 12 certificate, and be proficient in Afrikaans and English. Competitive working hours from 07:00 to 16:30.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a despatch clerk or similar in a retail distribution warehouse.
• Experience in managing staff/drivers.
• Familiarity with delivery route planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage despatches efficiently according to customer requirements.
• Supervise loading to ensure product security.
• Schedule delivery times and collect COD payments.

Skills

Route planning

Warehouse management

Communication in Afrikaans and English

Education

Grade 12 National Senior Certificate

Warehousing Diploma

Job description

Starke Ayres: Despatch Controller

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Job Description

Starke Ayres is the foremost African specialist and global supplier of premium vegetable, flower and lawn seed varieties – both for commercial and home garden planting. The following position has become available for a Despatch Controller, based in Kempton Park. The purpose of this role is to ensure that all despatches are executed promptly and efficiently in line with customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Despatch Management
• Supervise all loading processes, ensuring product security.
• Ensure that all invoices are received in line with pre-planned SAGE Route Planning.
• Complete and process all necessary despatch documentation for sub-contractors and couriers.
• Maintain proper filing and matching of proof of delivery (POD) documents with relevant orders/invoices.
• Track and report any outstanding PODs to the Depot Supervisor.

• Delivery Scheduling & Coordination
• Arrange collection and delivery appointments with sub-contractors and couriers.
• Schedule delivery times with both customers and COD customers.
• Ensure a fully completed and signed POD is received for all dispatched goods.

• Financial Transactions
• Receive and sign for COD payments collected by drivers and forward them to the Admin Clerk at the end of each day.
• Ensure signatures are obtained for all money transfers between depot personnel.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (Essential)
• Warehousing Diploma (Ideal)

Experience:

• Working in a retail distribution warehouse or depot 3+ years as a despatch clerk or similar.
• Experience in managing staff/drivers
• Route planning and scheduling experience

Other:

• Own reliable transport
• Should be familiar with surrounding areas to plan routes
• Should be able to speak/write both Afrikaans and English
• Working hours 07:00 - 16:30

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