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Job Title: Transport & Dispatch Coordinator Industry: Offset Printing & Packaging Location: Local candidate preferred Job Summary The Transport & Dispatch Coordinator will be primarily responsible for supervising loading operations, ensuring accurate counting of materials before dispatch, coordinating manpower for loading, and arranging transport vehicles. The role requires close coordination with production, warehouse, loading teams, and transporters to ensure safe, accurate, and timely dispatch of goods. Key Responsibilities 1. Loading Supervision & Material Verification (Most Important) Supervise all loading activities at the dispatch area. Ensure correct counting and verification of materials (cartons, bundles, pallets, sheets, etc.) before loading. Cross-check dispatch quantity with invoice, delivery challan, or packing list. Ensure proper stacking and safe loading to prevent transit damage. 2. Manpower Coordination Coordinate and manage loading labour/manpower teams. Allocate manpower based on dispatch volume and urgency. Ensure loading is done efficiently and without delays. 3. Transport Planning & Vehicle Booking Arrange appropriate vehicles based on shipment size and route. Maintain relationships with local transporters and fleet operators. Ensure vehicle availability during peak dispatch periods. 4. Freight Negotiation Negotiate freight rates with transport vendors. Ensure competitive and cost-effective pricing for transport. 5. Dispatch Documentation Ensure proper handling of: Delivery Challans Invoices E-Way Bills Lorry Receipts (LR) 6. Shipment Tracking Track vehicles until delivery. Coordinate with drivers and transporters for timely delivery and issue resolution. 7. Coordination with Internal Teams Work closely with production, warehouse, and dispatch departments to ensure smooth dispatch operations. Required Skills Strong attention to detail in counting and verification of materials. Ability to manage labour teams and loading operations. Good negotiation and coordination skills with transporters. Knowledge of dispatch documentation and logistics processes. Preferred Experience 3 8 years experience in dispatch/logistics in printing, packaging, or manufacturing industry. Good network with local transport service providers.