Sunda International, a company operating in Zambia, has posted a job advertisement for a Shipping Supervisor, also referred to as an Issuing Supervisor. The position is based in Lusaka, the country's capital city. The role is full-time and was posted 14 hours ago on Go Zambia Jobs. The Shipping Supervisor will be responsible for managing daily outbound operations, including inventory issuance, loading procedures, and site safety within the warehouse.
The successful candidate will be tasked with overseeing the preparation and verification of goods for dispatch. This includes receiving and reviewing delivery waybills and Material Requisition forms to determine daily dispatch requirements. They will also coordinate with warehouse section personnel to prepare stock efficiently and accurately, conduct thorough verification of cargo quantity and quality prior to client confirmation, and present prepared stock for final supervisor re-check before authorization of dispatch.
In addition to goods preparation and verification, the Shipping Supervisor will be responsible for dispatch and loading management. This involves directing and managing the orderly entry, parking, and exit of transport vehicles based on real-time site and yard conditions. They will also coordinate loading personnel, assign daily tasks to optimize workflow, and instruct and supervise loaders on proper handling, stacking, and securing methods to minimize cargo damage rates.
The Shipping Supervisor will also play a crucial role in ensuring onsite safety and security. This includes actively monitoring loading and operational areas to prevent workplace safety hazards and accidents, tracking and logging any abnormal delivery situations, damaged goods, or documentation discrepancies, and enforcing strict site security protocols to prevent unauthorized access, stock leakage, and theft.
Furthermore, the Shipping Supervisor will be responsible for maintaining a clean and efficient dispatch floor environment. This involves organizing and supervising onsite personnel in cleaning and tidying operational areas prior to shift close, ensuring tools and handling equipment are properly inspected, organized, and stored safely at the end of each shift.
To qualify for the position, candidates must have a Full Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent, as well as a Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Stores Management, or a related field. Proven experience in a warehouse, shipping, issuing, or logistics supervisory role is also required. The ideal candidate will possess strong inventory and counting skills, demonstrate high personal accountability and operational integrity, and have strong team management and communication skills.
Interested candidates can apply for the position by sending their application to [email protected] , indicating the name of the position in the subject line of the email. The application should include a resume and any relevant certificates. Sunda International has prefilled profiles from resumes, which can be reviewed and edited before continuing with the application process.
Key points
- The Shipping Supervisor position at Sunda International requires a candidate with a Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Stores Management, or a related field, and proven experience in a warehouse, shipping, issuing, or logistics supervisory role.
