DC Dispatch Clerk (Dayshift) – Longmeadow at Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Job Description

• Dis-Chem Pharmacies Distribution Centre in Longmeadow has an opportunity available for a DC Dispatch Clerk to join the team. The main purpose of this role will be to maintain operational excellence within the Dispatch Department by performing clerical functions in the following areas – Marshalling and/ or Staging Dispatch, in order to meet both legal and customer requirements.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Previous experience in Dispatch or in a similar role.

Advantageous:

• Supply-Chain or Logistics Degree or Diploma

Job Description:

• The core responsibility of a Dispatch clerk is scanning multiple boxes (Handling units) to a Shipment number (Pallet number) and achieving the required KPI’s (Key performance indicator) listed in the SOP (Standard operating procedure).
• Adhere to Good Warehousing Practises, SHE programme and Occupational Health and Safety act.
• Effectively and efficiently resolve internal and external day-to-day queries.
• Analyse and interpret any shrinkage indicators and act accordingly.
• Ensure a high level of accuracy is maintained during checking of completed warehouse orders and compare packed boxes to store invoice details.
• Ensure the vehicles are loaded with the correct quantity of boxes or parcels for the designated customer.
• Ensure that all cross dock and inter branch invoices are scanned according to invoice number and correct store.

Competencies…

Essential:

• Knowledge of Distribution Centre, logistics and supply chain operations. Have knowledge of the business measures and targets, directly related to own role.
• English – Read, write & and speak welll.
• Trustworthy and honest
• Accountability
• Customer service mindset
• Team player
• Remain calm under pressure
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Special conditions of employment:

• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Closing Date 23 October 2025