Despatch Clerk

Company: RCL FOODS

Reference Number: RCL251107-4

Location: Rustenburg, North West, South Africa

Job Type: Permanent

Job Category: Operations / Manufacturing

Application Deadline: 17 November 2025

About the Role

We are looking for a Despatch Clerk to join our team in Rustenburg. The Despatch Clerk will be responsible for ensuring all trucks leave the site on time, managing the despatch team, and keeping accurate records of goods moved in and out of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all trucks are dispatched on schedule each morning.
• Arrange replacement despatch staff if needed.
• Make sure the despatch team wears their uniform at all times.
• Provide internal distribution labour when required.
• Complete the daily despatch recon document.
• Maintain required records of goods received and dispatched.
• Deliver excellent customer service within the despatch department.
• Reconcile despatch foreman reconcilations daily.
• Verify that all captured data is correct.
• Check production transfers every day and confirm returns to despatch.
• Match daily sales recorded by despatch with van sheet sales for each route.
• Count and record all driver returns on the return slip.
• Monitor stock variances and report findings to management.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
• A National Diploma in a related field is an advantage.

Knowledge & Skills

• Computer literacy – experience with Syspro is essential.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Knowledge of audit and compliance procedures.
• Understanding of recent laws and regulations affecting despatch.
• Report writing and presentation abilities.

Application Process

To apply, please visit the following link: RCL Despatch Clerk Application.