Dispatch Analyst
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Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Are you a data-driven logistics professional who enjoys turning numbers into actionable insights and leading teams to perform at their best
A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Dispatch Analyst to take charge of daily dispatch operations combining analytical precision with hands-on leadership.
This is your chance to play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient fleet utilisation on-time deliveries and team performance excellence within a fast-paced high-volume logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications & Experience:
Traits & Competencies:
Why This Opportunity:
How to Apply: If youre ready to take the next step in your logistics career as a Dispatch Analyst apply now!
For more opportunities in Supply Chain Logistics and Operations visit:
Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks. If you do not receive feedback please consider your application unsuccessful.
This is your chance to play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient fleet utilisation on-time deliveries and team performance excellence within a fast-paced high-volume logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate a dispatch team of over 20 staff ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Monitor and analyse dispatch performance metrics including route efficiency turnaround times and delivery accuracy.
- Optimise fleet utilisation and route planning to ensure cost-effective deliveries.
- Oversee POD and documentation accuracy ensuring full compliance and traceability.
- Manage driver schedules ensuring coverage performance and adherence to company standards.
- Track and report on key operational KPIs (vehicle utilisation fuel consumption and OTIF performance).
- Collaborate with the logistics team to implement data-driven improvements in dispatch processes.
- Support fleet maintenance and compliance ensuring that roadworthiness licensing and safety standards are met.
- Drive staff performance management including KPAs coaching and disciplinary processes where necessary.
- Prepare daily weekly and monthly performance reports with insights and recommendations for optimisation.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education:
- Tertiary qualification in Logistics Supply Chain Management Operations Management or a related field (advantageous).
- Experience:
- 36 years experience in logistics distribution or dispatch operations.
- Minimum 12 years experience supervising or managing staff in a logistics environment.
- Strong exposure to route planning dispatch systems and performance analytics.
- Experience using Route Optimiser Software or similar systems (preferred).
Traits & Competencies:
- Analytical and detail-oriented with a passion for process improvement.
- Confident assertive leader with strong communication and coordination skills.
- Hands-on proactive and comfortable making real-time operational decisions.
- Thrives in a fast-paced high-pressure environment.
- Strong Excel and data reporting skills.
- A team player with a continuous improvement mindset.
Why This Opportunity:
- Lead a skilled dispatch team and make data-driven operational improvements.
- Join a reputable manufacturer known for efficiency and reliability.
- Work in a collaborative forward-thinking environment with growth potential.
How to Apply: If youre ready to take the next step in your logistics career as a Dispatch Analyst apply now!
For more opportunities in Supply Chain Logistics and Operations visit:
Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks. If you do not receive feedback please consider your application unsuccessful.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Customer Care Management
- Customer Service
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Defense
- HACCP
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