DC Van Assistant - Cape Town

Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ in Stikland, Cape Town has an opportunity available for a DC Van Assistant to join the team. The main purpose of this role will be to achieve operational excellence, within the Dis-Chem Warehouse. Assist the driver in the loading and offloading of the delivery vehicle, and the delivery of goods to the correct customer.

• Essential:
• Matric – With English and Mathematics
• 2 Years relevant experience, in a Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain Environment
• Computer Literacy - MS Office
• Advantageous:
• Supply-Chain or Logistics Degree or Diploma
• Computer Skills – Word, Excel, Outlook

Ensure the right products get delivered to the right store/customer at the right time.

Assist in understanding the routing system

Assist in developing and maintaining an organized and efficient loading and off-loading system.

Adhere to store and/or warehouse loading and unloading policies and procedures.

Verify all items listed on the DLS`s (Delivery Log Sheets) / trip sheets, to ensure that pallets and boxes get loaded and delivered.

Ensure the vehicle is loaded and unloaded, as per the delivery log sheet and company procedures.

Ensure that all collections/store returns/Inter-branches are correctly checked, signed for and returned to the Dispatch receiving area.

Ensure accurate DLS`s / trip reports are handed in on time, at end of the day and inform your supervisor on all discrepancies / issues as you are aware of them.

Ensure that after completion of delivery the stock left in the vehicle is repacked to prevent boxes from falling and damaging the stock.

Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

Report on all accidents and incidents involving drivers or company equipment.

Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.