Starke Ayres is a leading supplier of premium agricultural products across Africa. We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Receiving / Dispatch Clerk to ensure the accurate receipt, storage, and timely dispatch of goods in line with customer and operational requirements.
Responsibilities
Dispatch & Route Planning
- Plan and capture delivery routes on SAMIS and manage route debriefings
- Arrange dispatches using company vehicles, couriers, and subcontractors
- Schedule delivery appointments with COD customers
- Ensure all dispatch documentation is accurately completed and processed
- Monitor driver overtime and report excessive hours to management
- Verify goods received against supplier delivery notes and transfer documentation
- Inspect goods to ensure compliance with quality and quantity requirements
- Record and report discrepancies to the Depot Manager or Supervisor
- Ensure goods are transferred to secure storage areas once verified
- Ensure all deliveries are supported by fully completed and signed PODs
- Match PODs to invoices and ensure correct filing
- Track COD payments and record payment status on trip sheets and invoices
- Loading, Off-loading & Warehouse Support
- Plan and request labour requirements for loading and off-loading activities
- Supervise the loading and off-loading of delivery vehicles
- Ensure orders are checked for accuracy prior to dispatch
- Capture stock receipts and internal transfers on SAMIS
- Perform weekly ad hoc stock checks and report discrepancies
- Assist with bi-annual stock takes
- Maintain warehouse security, cleanliness, and orderliness at all times
- Adhere to security and safety procedures to protect stock and facilities
- Support team members as required once own tasks are completed
- Perform ad hoc duties as directed by the Depot Manager or Supervisor
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
- National Senior Certificate / Grade 12 (essential)
- Diploma in Warehousing or Logistics (advantageous)
- Minimum 2 years experience as a Receiving / Dispatch Assistant or in a similar warehouse role
- Good organisational and planning skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work with warehouse systems (SAMIS or similar)
- Basic route planning and dispatch coordination skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet delivery deadlines
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable, responsible, and accountable
- Professional and safety-conscious
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Committed to maintaining high operational and quality standards
Skilled
Job Type
Permanent
Salary
Market Related
EE Position
No
Location
Uganda
