š OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWDis-Chem Pharmacies is actively recruiting for a DC Dispatch Assistant Manager - Longmeadow - Night shift position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Logistics sector looking to advance their careers.
šÆ IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profileā¢ Experience Level: 3 years ā¢ Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent ā¢ Industry Focus: Logistics ā¢ Location Preference: in Gauteng
š¼ WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe DC Dispatch Assistant Manager - Longmeadow - Night shift position is an important role within the Logistics sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
š CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Logistics offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
š APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this DC Dispatch Assistant Manager - Longmeadow - Night shift position, ensure your CV highlights: ā¢ Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement ā¢ Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor ā¢ Specific achievements in the Logistics field ā¢ Any certifications or specialized training
š SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Logistics sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Job DescriptionDis-Chem Pharmacies in Longmeadow has an opportunity available for a DC Dispatch Assistant Manager to join the team. The main purpose of this role will be to achieveĀ operational excellence within the Dis-Chem Distribution Centres incorporating functions in the following areas; Order consolidation, Route planning, Dispatch both Local and Line-haul, Returns, Vehicle maintenance and in so doing ensure that both legal and customer requirements are met.
Minimum RequirementsEssentialGrade 12 - Matric or Senior Certificate and relevant Relevant Degree/Diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management Minimum 3 Years Management experience in Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain Environment
AdvantageousExperience in the Retail/Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Experience with SAP, EWM or other ERP systems
Job Specificationā¦
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 centre Routing of vehicles in such a manner to ensure optimum utilisation 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 Managing the productivity within the Department Ensure all managers and supervisors in department manage their staff efficiently Resolve personnel problems by analysing data, investigating issues, identifying solutions and take corrective action Ensure accurate administration for transactional excellence and POD requirements Effective and efficient resolution and communication of internal and external customer day-to-day queries Prevent and act on security or risk issues and ensure that risks are dealt with proactively Identify supplier issues that impact required financial objectives and address them at the appropriate level internally and externally
Competencies
EssentialHave knowledge of the business measures and targets, directly related to own role English ā Read, write and speak. Reading comprehension, writing. Proactively communicates in order to build co-operative relationships with internal customers Understand Fleet Management - In order to optimise cost savings, while ensuring fleet reliability Trustworthy and Honest. Demonstrates personal initiative Critical and analytical thinking. Attention to detail Time management and deadline driven. Self-control Be able to lead, motivate and inspire others
Special conditions of employmentSouth African Citizen MIE, clear criminal and credit Driverās license and/or own reliable transport Be able to work any shift i.e. day, night, weekends, holidays and overtime as per business and operational requirements Be able to adapt to working hours according to business needs Must be willing to be rotated to where needed and must be willing to perform any other functions within the department, should the need arise May at times need to lift or move heavy boxes ā ensure health and safety standards
Remuneration and benefitsMarket related salary Medical aid Provident fund Staff account
Closing DateĀ 28Ā August 2026
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