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Operations Officer
2026-05-28T07:28:58+00:00
Zetu Courier
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Logistics
Business Operations, Transportation & Logistics, Management
ZMW
MONTH
2026-06-01T17:00:00+00:00
8

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on Operations Officer to oversee our outbound and dispatch operations. You’ll be responsible for making sure orders move from our warehouse to customers quickly, accurately, and cost-effectively. If you’re organised, proactive, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage Outbound & Dispatch Team: Lead, schedule, and supervise the dispatch team to meet daily targets and maintain high service standards.
  • Follow-ups & Coordination: Conduct regular follow-ups with riders, Agents, and customers to resolve issues and ensure smooth deliveries of parcels
  • Stock Management: Monitor stock levels, coordinate with warehouse/store teams, and ensure accurate inventory records to prevent stockouts and overstock.
  • Route Planning: Plan and optimise delivery routes daily to reduce transit time, costs, and delays.
  • Rider/Transport Management: Assign jobs to riders and enforce compliance with company policies.
  • Timely Delivery: Take ownership of on-time delivery KPIs. Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions fast.
  • Reporting: Maintain daily logs and provide reports on dispatches, deliveries and delays.

Requirements

  • Diploma/Degree in Logistics, Purchasing and Supply, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 1-2 years’ experience in operations, preferably someone with a background in courier/delivery service.
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Working knowledge of Google Sheets/Excel for tracking and reporting.
  • Good communication skills and ability to manage a team under pressure.

What We Offer

  • Growth opportunities within the operations team
  • Fast-paced environment with real impact on business results.
  • Manage Outbound & Dispatch Team: Lead, schedule, and supervise the dispatch team to meet daily targets and maintain high service standards.
  • Follow-ups & Coordination: Conduct regular follow-ups with riders, Agents, and customers to resolve issues and ensure smooth deliveries of parcels
  • Stock Management: Monitor stock levels, coordinate with warehouse/store teams, and ensure accurate inventory records to prevent stockouts and overstock.
  • Route Planning: Plan and optimise delivery routes daily to reduce transit time, costs, and delays.
  • Rider/Transport Management: Assign jobs to riders and enforce compliance with company policies.
  • Timely Delivery: Take ownership of on-time delivery KPIs. Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions fast.
  • Reporting: Maintain daily logs and provide reports on dispatches, deliveries and delays.
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Working knowledge of Google Sheets/Excel for tracking and reporting.
  • Good communication skills and ability to manage a team under pressure.
  • Diploma/Degree in Logistics, Purchasing and Supply, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 1-2 years’ experience in operations, preferably someone with a background in courier/delivery service.
bachelor degree
12
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Vacancy title:
Operations Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Logistics, Category: Business Operations, Transportation & Logistics, Management]

Jobs at:
Zetu Courier

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, June 1 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, May 28 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on Operations Officer to oversee our outbound and dispatch operations. You’ll be responsible for making sure orders move from our warehouse to customers quickly, accurately, and cost-effectively. If you’re organised, proactive, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage Outbound & Dispatch Team: Lead, schedule, and supervise the dispatch team to meet daily targets and maintain high service standards.
  • Follow-ups & Coordination: Conduct regular follow-ups with riders, Agents, and customers to resolve issues and ensure smooth deliveries of parcels
  • Stock Management: Monitor stock levels, coordinate with warehouse/store teams, and ensure accurate inventory records to prevent stockouts and overstock.
  • Route Planning: Plan and optimise delivery routes daily to reduce transit time, costs, and delays.
  • Rider/Transport Management: Assign jobs to riders and enforce compliance with company policies.
  • Timely Delivery: Take ownership of on-time delivery KPIs. Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions fast.
  • Reporting: Maintain daily logs and provide reports on dispatches, deliveries and delays.

Requirements

  • Diploma/Degree in Logistics, Purchasing and Supply, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 1-2 years’ experience in operations, preferably someone with a background in courier/delivery service.
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Working knowledge of Google Sheets/Excel for tracking and reporting.
  • Good communication skills and ability to manage a team under pressure.

What We Offer

  • Growth opportunities within the operations team
  • Fast-paced environment with real impact on business results.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Logistics/ Transportation/ Procurement jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Monday, June 1 2026
Duty Station: Lusaka | Lusaka
Posted: 28-05-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 28-05-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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