Dis-Chem Pharmacies' in Longmeadow has an opportunity available for a DC Dispatch Controller (Night Shift) to join the team.
Experience & Qualification: Essential: Matric – With English and MathematicsComputer Literacy Advantage: Previous work experience in Retail/WarehouseTertiary Qualification related to Logistics or WarehousingMicrosoft Office Excel training or experience Responsibilities: Ensure optimal route and space planning to meet the day-to-day strategic objectives.Understand and execute the planning process involved when stock leaves the distribution center.Route vehicles to ensure optimum utilization and vehicle turnaround times.Ensure all deliveries picked the previous day are delivered the next day to local stores and within 48 hours to coastal stores.Load trucks as per standard operating procedures.Check and manage all delivery log sheets to facilitate queries and credit note requests.Perform all relevant clerical functions in the department effectively and efficiently according to standard operating procedures.Manage the process flow within the Dispatch department and apply the FIFO principle to aged stock for processing.Adhere to and deliver against shift specific targets with a high level of accuracy.Prevent and act on security or risk issues and ensure that risks are dealt with. Competencies/Skills Required: Thorough understanding of all the various functions within the department.Knowledge of relevant computer packages.Ensure all employees follow the departmental standard operating procedures.Understand business measures and targets directly relating to the role.Ability to identify operational obstacles and opportunities and refer to warehouse management.Able to work flexible hours and demonstrate good time management.Strong communication skills in English.Special Conditions of Employment: South African citizenMIE, clear criminal and creditDriver's license and/or own reliable transportRemuneration and Benefits: Market related salaryMedical aidProvident fundStaff accountONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.
IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL. Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer.
Dis-Chem's approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy.
Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
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