VDC Junior Controller (Graduate Opportunity) – BUFFALO Logistics (Spartan, Kempton Park)

Employer: BUFFALO Express Logistics

Reference Code: REF INTG01 (Mandatory Subject Line)

Industry: Supply Chain, Logistics, Courier Services & Fleet Management

Location: Spartan, Kempton Park, Gauteng (On-Site)

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent / Graduate Entry-Level

Target Candidates: Recent Graduates (Supply Chain or Logistics)

Compensation: Market-Related Entry-Level Salary

Posted Date: 09 October 2026

Closing Date: 30 November 2026

About BUFFALO Logistics & The VDC Junior Controller Role

BUFFALO Express Logistics is a leading tech-driven cross-border e-commerce logistics and express delivery provider connecting global trade with Southern Africa.

BUFFALO is recruiting a motivated recent graduate to join their Vehicle Distribution Centre (VDC) operations as a VDC Junior Controller (Ref: REF INTG01) in Spartan, Kempton Park. This entry-level role provides hands-on operational experience in vehicle dispatching, tracking fleet delivery movements, maintaining accurate vehicle distribution records, and optimizing courier dispatch workflows.

Key Responsibilities & Fleet Control Operations

The VDC Junior Controller will manage four primary operational streams:

1. Fleet Tracking & Vehicle Movement Coordination

• Live Tracking: Monitor real-time vehicle routes, delivery progress, and fleet movements to ensure timeous parcel distribution.
• Dispatch Support: Assist controller leads with daily vehicle allocations, courier driver dispatches, and route optimization.

2. Operational Recordkeeping & Data Capture

• Distribution Logs: Maintain meticulous records of vehicle departures, arrivals, mileage logs, fuel reports, and delivery handovers.
• System Updates: Update internal logistics management software with accurate vehicle status reports and driver trip sheets.

3. Delivery Exception & Query Management

• Issue Resolution: Communicate with drivers, fleet controllers, and hub managers to resolve transit delays, breakdowns, or route deviations promptly.
• Customer SLA Tracking: Track on-time delivery percentages against company key performance indicators (KPIs).

4. Compliance & Warehouse Operations

• Fleet Inspections: Conduct routine vehicle condition checks, safety equipment verification, and driver documentation reviews.

Candidate Profile & Minimum Entry Requirements

To qualify for consideration for Reference REF INTG01, applicants must meet the following mandatory criteria:

• Educational Qualifications:
  • Completed Matric / Grade 12 Certificate (Mandatory).
  • Completed Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Transport Management (Mandatory).
• Work Experience:
  • Recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • 0 to 1 year of experience in fleet control, warehousing, or logistics administration.
• Required Email Application Reference:
  • Applicants MUST quote REF INTG01 in the subject line of their email application (Mandatory — applications without the reference number will be automatically disqualified).
• Employment Equity Mandate:
  • In line with BUFFALO’s Employment Equity objectives, preference may be given to candidates from designated groups, including persons with disabilities (PWD).
• Core Competencies & Personal Attributes:
  • Basic computer literacy with numerical proficiency and data capture accuracy.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• Location & Proximity:
  • Must reside in or be able to commute daily to Spartan, Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni, or surrounding East Rand areas.

Position Benefits & Career Pathway

• Hands-On Logistics Launchpad: Direct operational experience inside a major cross-border e-commerce hub.
• Structured Development: Guidance and mentorship from experienced fleet managers and logistics leads.
• Inclusive Workplace: Equal opportunity employer actively supporting Employment Equity and disability inclusion.

Career Advice for Applicants

1. Include the Mandatory Reference Number: Ensure your email subject line reads exactly: REF INTG01 – VDC Junior Controller Application – [Your Name].
2. Highlight Logistics Qualifications: Feature your Supply Chain or Logistics qualification prominently at the top of page 1 on your CV.
3. Format Attachments Correctly: Attach clean PDF copies of your CV, Matric certificate, and tertiary academic qualification.

Sample Selection & Interview Questions

Fleet Management & Operational Problem Solving

• Question (Vehicle Movement Coordination): “How do you prioritize driver communication and vehicle rerouting when unexpected traffic delays or breakdowns threaten delivery deadlines?”
• Question (Data Accuracy): “Why is strict recordkeeping essential when tracking daily vehicle dispatches, mileage logs, and delivery handovers in a high-volume hub?”

How to Apply

Email your updated CV directly to Anastatia Ramokgola referencing the mandatory code:

• Employer: BUFFALO Express Logistics
• Contact Person: Anastatia Ramokgola
• Email Address: anastatia.ramokgola@bufflogistics.com
• Mandatory Email Subject Line: REF INTG01
• Location: Spartan, Kempton Park, Gauteng