Despatch Clerk

Job Description

At RCL FOODS, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond business. Our commitment to “We Grow What Matters” reflects our dedication to nourishing lives, communities, and the future. As a leading player in the Food Manufacturing Industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and making a positive impact. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Despatch Clerk.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Inventory Optimisation

• Ensure high levels of housekeeping are maintained

• Conduct stock takes to ensure reconciliation between records and actuals

• Conduct daily cycle counts

• Daily and monthly couts of Chep pallets and ordering

• Maintain good relationship with production team and MRP team

• Ensure the roots report balances with physical stock in the warehouse

2. Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and slef-development
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution
• Manage colleague's expectations and communicate appropriately
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and "go the extra mile" to meet team targets and objectives

3. Operational Wrehousse Management

• Provide direction to warehouse team on a daily basis including overseeing the assignment of individual responsibilities, tasks and technical functions
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within and between various operational teams and team members within span of control
• Conduct daily checks on all facilities, storage areas and equipment within area of responsibility, ensure compliance to all mechanical, electrical, safety and hazard standards and raise any areas of non-conformations for action
• Ensure that an extra truck is always available should the warehouse be full

4. Stock Control

• Ensure shelf life is in order to ensure that is has not expired using the FIFO system
• Prepare for and initiate stock take preparation ensuring that the entire process is embarked on and completed within the specified time frame

Minimum Requirements

• 1-3 Years experience in direct store delivery required
• Intermediate computer and database application skills
• Valid drivers license and driving record within MVR policy guidelines