TRG 2474 (Northern KZN) Despatch Manager (FMCG Supply Chain)
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Job Location:
Newcastle - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
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Title: Despatch Manager
Area: Northern KZN region
Industry: FMCG Supply Chain / Cold Chain / Production / Manufacturing
Ref No.: TRG 2474
Salary: Market related TCTC available/negotiable
Start Date: As soon as possible
Type: Permanent
Special Instructions: Preference for stable career history within structured production / FMCG environments
An opportunity exists for an experienced DESPATCH MANAGER within a FMCG cold chain operation responsible for overseeing warehouse fridges and outbound distribution activities based in Northern KZN.
This role is critical to ensuring accurate time-sensitive despatch of perishable goods aligned to production and logistics schedules.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage daily despatch receiving and warehouse operations
- Oversee cold storage (fridge) operations and stock integrity
- Drive stock control stock rotation (FIFO) and inventory accuracy
- Lead large teams across despatch stores and warehouse functions
- Ensure accurate and timely loading of vehicles for distribution
- Monitor KPIs: dispatch accuracy stock losses productivity
- Implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives
- Manage warehouse layout space utilization and workflow
- Coordinate closely with logistics production and sales teams
- Ensure compliance with safety hygiene and operational standards
- Manage returns damages and reconciliation processes
- Report on operational performance and efficiencies
Desired Experience & Qualification
- Diploma / Degree in Supply Chain / Warehouse Management (advantageous)
- 58 years FMCG warehouse/despatch experience
- 3 years experience managing large teams (100 staff advantageous)
- Strong stock control and inventory management experience
- Experience with ERP/WMS systems (SAP / Mosaic / Similar)
- Advanced Excel and reporting capability
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to work in high-pressure deadline-driven environments
- Understanding of cold chain and perishable goods handling
- Stable employment history required
- Traceable & contactable references
- Local residency or relocation required
- Submit CV (Word / PDF) to Ref # (TRG 2474).
Package & Remuneration
Salary: Market related TCTC available/negotiable
Start Date: As soon as possible
Type: Permanent
Special Instructions: Preference for stable career history within structured production / FMCG environments
Interested
Required Experience:
Manager
