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distribution centre dispatcher

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Distribution centre dispatchers ensure efficient shipping of manufactured goods. They stipulate routes and complete shipping documents.

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Competences
27
Groups
4
Essential
17
Optional
10

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 1 competence

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health and safety measures in transportation

The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to health and safety measures intended to prevent accidents or incidents in transportation.

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Essential skills and competences 16 competences

Occupation specific

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determine itineraries of bulk trucks

Provide loading and transportation itineraries for bulk trucks along given orders.

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Sector-specific

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dispatch order processing

Pack and deliver the packed goods to a shipping carrier.

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ensure public safety and security

Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.

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handle bulk transfer of raw material

Transfer dry raw materials using suitable mechanical handling systems like screw feeders, or using gravity or pneumatic means.

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plan the dispatching of products

Arrange and plan for sending the goods according to the schedule.

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plan transport operations

Plan mobility and transport for different departments, in order to obtain the best possible movement of equipment and materials. Negotiate the best possible delivery rates; compare different bids and select the most reliable and cost-effective bid.

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avoid backlogs in receiving raw materials

Avoid backlogs in the procurement, receiving, production and bulk outloading to maintain a fluent receiving point of raw materials.

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communicate problems to senior colleagues

Communicate and give feedback to senior colleagues in the event of problems or non-conformities.

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implement efficiency plans for logistics operations

Implement efficiency plans developed by managers in facilities. Use techniques, resources, and training in order to improve workplace efficiency.

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liaise with transportation companies

Establish relationships with transportation companies in order to negotiate advantageous agreements for the transport of goods and livestock.

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lift heavy weights

Lift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.

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load bulk trucks

Conduct activities associated with determining the itineraries and loading of bulk trucks.

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load products for dispatch

Load goods appropriately so that they can be sent safely to the receiver.

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mitigate waste of resources

Evaluate and identify opportunities to use resources more efficiently with continuously striving to reduce waste of utilities.

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oversee shipment routing

Organise the distribution of the cargo, also known as 'forwarding'. Take into account the instructions of the client and determine where regular routing or various routings may be required.

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stack goods

Stack goods and manufactured products into containers. This may include anticipating the need for and utilising additional protective materials in stacking the products.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

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Sector-specific

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prepared animal feeds contamination hazards

Contamination and spoilage hazards related to animal feeds. Prevention and reaction.

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Optional skills and competences 9 competences

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Sector-specific

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handle documentation for prepared animal feeds

Register the required transport documents for prepared animal feeds. Registering medicated feeds.

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manage the reception of raw materials for animal feeds

Ensuring procurement and reception of raw materials, planning and execution of production, as well as the loading and dispatching of animal feed.

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receive shipment packaging information

Receive information from consignors about the goods, about aspects of the paperwork, and about how the goods should be packed and loaded onto trucks. Understand information and rigorously apply instructions.

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act reliably

Proceed in a way that one can be relied on or depended on.

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have computer literacy

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

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perform ICT troubleshooting

Identify problems with servers, desktops, printers, networks, and remote access, and perform actions which solve the problems.

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provide first aid

Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.

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use different communication channels

Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.

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use spreadsheets software

Use software tools to create and edit tabular data to carry out mathematical calculations, organise data and information, create diagrams based on data and to retrieve them.

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