Basic Minimum Requirements: Matric or Equivalent
\n\tTertiary Qualification: Relevent Tertiary Qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Transport Management (Advantageous)
\n\tComputer Literacy Level: Intermediate on MS Suite<\/p>\n
Job Related Requirements:<\/p>\n
\tAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data capture, manipulation and analusis
\n\tAbility to create clear, professional reports and presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint
\n\tExperience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for inventory and warehouse operations
\n\tExperience working with Transport Management Systems (TMS) for planning, execution, and tracking of transport activities<\/p>\n
2-5 years relevant experience in:<\/p>\n
\tRetail industry (Transportation Role)
\n\tSupply chain environment.
\n\tCustomer Services with regards to dealing with all levels of functions from clients (internal & external) within a Warehouse and Transportation environment.
\n\tTransporter service level management
\n\tStrong understanding of warehouse and transport supply chain operations, with the ability to establish control and effect improvements between warehouse and transport to achieve client KPIs
\n\tExtensive operational knowledge of Inbound, Outbound, and Returns processes, including associated warehouse and transport workflows
\n\tExperience risk prevention and management, incidents, including contingency planning
\n\tSolid understanding of domestic and cross-border\/international transport requirements, including export and import controls
\n\tHigh focus on compliance, ensuring adherence to policies, regulations, SOPs, work instructions, and documentation standards
\n\tSound understanding of MRP and stock flow management principles
\n\tProven ability in organising, directing, controlling, and monitoring operational activities
\n\tStrong analytical and logical thinking skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
\n\tPro-active, solution-driven, and forward-thinking approach to operational challenges
\n\tAbility to operate effectively under pressure, with a strong sense of urgency and excellent time management
\n\tAssertive and confident in driving decisions and enforcing process discipline
\n\tStrong interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage effectively across all levels of management
\n\tAbility to build and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, including customers
\n\tCapable of handling conflict at a tactical and operational level in a constructive manner
\n\tCustomer-focused, with the ability to manage expectations and protect service commitments
\n\tSelf-motivated, independent, and accountable for outcomes
\n\tTakes full responsibility and ownership for operational performance
\n\tPunctual, reliable, and disciplined in execution
\n\tPeople-oriented with the ability to influence, inspire, guide, and align teams<\/p>\n
Electives:<\/p>\n
\t\u00a0Warehouse operations experience
\n\t\u00a0Transport management Experience
\n\t\u00a0Retail experience & understanding
\n\t\u00a0Exposure to strategic clients and communication channels
\n\t\u00a0Excellent reporting skills<\/p>\n
Main Purpose of the Role:<\/p>\n
\tThe Senior Logistics Coordinator\u00a0 role is responsible for ensuring effective, accurate, and on-time execution of stock flow between warehouse dispatch operations and transport loading activities for all customers on responsible site.
\n\tThe role acts as a control and governance function at the warehouse to transport interface, ensuring that processes are followed, risks are proactively managed, and service commitments are protected.
\n\tThe position requires strong independence, operational authority, and the ability to challenge and influence teams across functions to secure stable, compliant, and efficient dispatch operations.<\/p>\n
Duties and Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
\tControl and coordinate daily operational flow between warehouse dispatch and transport loading activities
\n\tAct as the operational gatekeeper for warehouse loading readiness, vehicle on time arrivals for collections, dispatch sequence, and truck turnaround execution
\n\tValidate order availability, ex picking completion, staging, and loading accuracy prior to dispatch
\n\tEnsure adherence to DSV standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and service level agreements
\n\tProactively identify risks related to stock accuracy, timing, capacity, safety, or process deviation
\n\tStop, delay, or redirect operations where non-compliance or operational risk is identified
\n\tDrive corrective actions in real time in collaboration with warehouse, transport, planning, and support teams
\n\tEscalate operational issues with clear facts, impact assessment, and proposed countermeasures
\n\tOwn and deliver continuous improvement initiatives focused on dispatch reliability, lead time reduction, and process stability for the scope of this role.<\/p>\n
Operational Fcus Areas:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tEnd-to-end warehouse-to-transport flow control
\n\tCollection vehicle on time arrivals
\n\tDispatch accuracy and load compliance
\n\tTruck turnaround time and on-time departure
\n\tProcess adherence and operational discipline
\n\tRisk prevention rather than reactive firefighting
\n\tStrong cross-functional execution at operational level between the warehouse and transporters<\/p>\n
Weekly Tasks (Stability, Review & Improvement)<\/p>\n
Objective: Stabilise operations, prevent recurrence of issues, and improve execution discipline.<\/p>\n
\tReview weekly dispatch performance (on-time departure, accuracy errors, truck turnaround times)
\n\tAnalyse recurring delays, stock discrepancies, and process non-compliance incidents
\n\tConduct focused process reviews at the warehouse\u2013transport interface
\n\tEngage with warehouse, transport, and planning teams to align on flow improvements
\n\tValidate that SOPs and work instructions are being applied consistently
\n\tDrive corrective actions for repeat issues (process gaps, training needs, capacity mismatches)
\n\tParticipate in operational meetings to feedback risks, constraints, and improvement opportunities
\n\tSupport implementation of agreed operational improvements
\n\tTrack completion and effectiveness of corrective actions<\/p>\n
Monthly Tasks (Governance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement)<\/p>\n
Objective: Strengthen long-term operational reliability and risk control.<\/p>\n
\tReview monthly performance trends across dispatch accuracy, service levels, and flow stability
\n\tIdentify systemic risks impacting warehouse-to-transport execution
\n\tContribute input to continuous improvement initiatives and operational optimisation projects
\n\tAssess SOP effectiveness and recommend updates based on operational reality
\n\tSupport audits, compliance checks, and control reviews related to dispatch and transport interface
\n\tProvide data-driven feedback to management on constraints, risks, and improvement priorities\u00a0
\n\tParticipate in capability building discussions (training gaps, role clarity, accountability alignment)
\n\tAlign with management on priorities to protect service and operational efficiency<\/p>\n
Role Output Alignment<\/p>\n
\tBy executing the above cadence, the role consistently delivers:
\n\tControlled and predictable warehouse-to-truck flow
\n\tHigh dispatch accuracy and load integrity
\n\tImproved on-time performance and reduced turnaround time
\n\tStrong process adherence and operational discipline
\n\tEarly identification and mitigation of operational risk<\/p>\n
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Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.dsv.com\/About-DSV ) or<\/p>\n
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