Fruit and Vegetable - Dispatch and Receiving Supervisor - …, Port Elizabeth

Our client, a well-established organisation operating within the fresh produce and logistics industry, is seeking to employ an experienced Fruit&Vegetable Dispatch&Receiving Supervisor to join their operations team. This role is based in Greenbushes, Port Elizabeth.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Diploma or certificate in logistics, supply chain, or related field (advantageous)

3–5 years in warehouse, logistics, or fresh produce handling

At least 1–2 years in a supervisory role

Strong knowledge of fresh produce handling and quality standards

Inventory management and stock control skills

Leadership and team management abilities

Good communication and problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills (inventory systems, Excel)

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to) Receiving Operations

Supervise the offloading of incoming fruit and vegetable deliveries

Verify quantities, quality, and condition of produce against delivery notes

Ensure proper documentation and recording of all incoming stock

Reject or report damaged, spoiled, or incorrect items

Dispatch Operations

Plan and coordinate daily dispatch schedules

Ensure orders are picked, packed, and loaded accurately and on time

Verify outgoing shipments match customer orders and invoices

Monitor transport conditions to maintain freshness and quality

Inventory Control

Maintain accurate stock records and inventory levels

Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile discrepancies

Implement FIFO (First-In, First-Out) or FEFO (First-Expired, First-Out) systems

Minimize waste, spoilage, and shrinkage

Quality&Food Safety

Ensure all produce meets quality standards before storage and dispatch

Enforce hygiene, health, and safety regulations

Monitor storage conditions (temperature, humidity, cleanliness)

Ensure compliance with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP)

Team Supervision

Supervise warehouse staff, loaders, and pickers

Assign daily tasks and monitor performance

Train staff on handling procedures and safety practices

Address performance issues and maintain team discipline

Logistics&Coordination

Liaise with suppliers, drivers, and internal departments (sales, procurement)

Resolve delays, shortages, or delivery issues

Optimize workflow to improve efficiency and turnaround time

Reporting&Administration

Maintain accurate records of stock movement and incidents

Prepare daily/weekly reports on receiving and dispatch activities

Track KPIs such as order accuracy, waste levels, and turnaround time

Working Conditions

Warehouse environment (may include cold storage areas)

Early mornings, weekends, or shift work may be required

Physically demanding (standing, lifting, moving stock)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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