Logistics Coordinator

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating local and international commodity shipments from dispatch through to delivery.
• Liaising with suppliers, customers, transporters, clearing agents, freight forwarders, warehouses and other service providers.
• Preparing and managing logistics and shipping documentation.
• Tracking shipments and proactively resolving delays, discrepancies and operational issues.
• Coordinating transport bookings and delivery schedules.
• Assisting with import/export processes and ensuring documentation complies with relevant requirements.
• Maintaining accurate logistics records and providing regular shipment updates.
• Working closely with commercial, operations, finance and supply-chain teams.
• Allocating supplier and transport invoices to correct loads.
• Collecting of POD’s.
• Weekly planning of loading dates and stock delivery.
• Handling of client, transport and supplier related queries.
• 24/7 contact with all relevant parties.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of logistics processes and cost efficiencies.

• Relevant qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, International Trade, Commerce or a related field.
• 2-5 years' experience in logistics coordination, freight, commodities, trading or a related environment.
• Experience with imports/exports and international freight will be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of transport, shipping and supply-chain processes.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant systems.
• A hands-on, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work under pressure.