Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited
Position Type: Permanent
Posting Date: 13 November 2025
Closing Date: 26 November 2025
About Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is South Africa’s leading retail pharmacy chain, renowned for its commitment to health, wellness, and exceptional customer service. With an expansive network of stores and advanced distribution centres nationwide, Dis-Chem plays a vital role in ensuring efficient product delivery to millions of customers. The company is dedicated to operational excellence, sustainable practices, and empowering employees to reach their full potential.
Position Overview
Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ Distribution Centre in Gqeberha has an exciting opportunity for a DC Dispatch Supervisor. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring smooth daily dispatch operations including order consolidation, route planning, returns management, vehicle maintenance, and compliance with both legal and customer standards. This role requires a detail-oriented, deadline-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Plan and manage optimal route and space utilization to achieve operational efficiency.
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Oversee and execute the planning process for outbound stock from the distribution centre.
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Ensure accurate routing of delivery vehicles to maximise efficiency and turnaround times.
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Guarantee that all deliveries are dispatched timeously — next-day delivery for local stores and within 48 hours for coastal stores.
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Manage returns and collection processes, ensuring all upliftments are tracked and processed correctly.
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Supervise the returns cage workflow in accordance with Dis-Chem’s operational standards.
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Implement continuous improvement strategies to streamline operations.
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Maintain accurate administration and reporting for transactional excellence.
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Ensure full compliance with GWP, SHE programmes, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
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Conduct daily debriefing of drivers, ensuring paperwork accuracy and resolution of queries.
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Monitor delivery logs, fleet costs, and diesel usage.
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Oversee maintenance and insurance claims for all vehicles.
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Supervise driver and outsourced service provider performance, ensuring adherence to SLAs.
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Analyse shrinkage indicators and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
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Maintain high security awareness and act proactively to mitigate risks.
Minimum Requirements
Essential:
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Grade 12 / Matric
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Diploma or Degree in Transport Management, Supply Chain, or Logistics
Advantageous:
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Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in a Distribution, Logistics, or Supply Chain environment
Core Competencies
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Strong understanding of Distribution Centre and Supply Chain operations
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines
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Proficient in English (read, write, and speak); knowledge of a second language advantageous
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Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities
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Excellent administrative and organizational skills
Special Conditions of Employment
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South African citizenship
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Clear criminal and credit record (MIE screening)
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Valid Driver’s License and/or reliable transport
Remuneration and Benefits
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Market-related salary
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Medical aid and provident fund
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Staff account benefits
Why Join Dis-Chem Pharmacies
Joining Dis-Chem means becoming part of a well-established and trusted brand in South Africa’s retail pharmacy industry. The company values integrity, innovation, and continuous learning, offering employees the tools and opportunities to grow within a supportive and inclusive environment.
POPIA Compliance
Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. In alignment with its Employment Equity and Transformation Strategy, Dis-Chem actively promotes the inclusion of People with Disabilities and candidates from designated groups. All personal information collected during the recruitment process will be handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications via the official Dis-Chem Careers Portal before 26 November 2025.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you have not received feedback within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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