Logistics Coordinator

• Coordinate all logistical processes from point of loading through to final shipping destination.
• Book and timely place supply chain services, based on best option in the market, correct protocols and client requirements.
• Maintain and distribute updated transport and shipping information for all stakeholders
• Ensure that dispatches are confirmed promptly and accurately to enable further processing and completion of export and local documentation
• Monitor vessel & container movements, provide reports to relevant stakeholders and find solutions to deviations.
• Coordinate information flows with external service providers including cold stores and off-site storage solutions.
• Collect and supply accurate information for in-house export clearance.
• Report logistics related claims to logistics manager and assist in consolidation and quantifying claim values

• Tertiary qualification or diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain with 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet set deadlines while maintaining attention to detail throughout.
• Ability to take initiative and operate independently
• Effective team player
• Capable of adapting comfortably to a rapidly changing work environment
• Comfortable working in an open-plan office
• Computer literacy and professional written and verbal communication skills in both English and Afrikaans.
• Knowledge of QX or another fruit operational system
• Additional industry experience in the export of perishable goods will be advantageous (DALRRD applications, Q67’s / Titan etc)

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