Logistics Coordinator

Helderberg Personnel

Location
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Logistics Coordinator at Helderberg Personnel, responsible for managing the logistics process for fruit exports. **What you will do** * Coordinate and manage the end-to-end logistics process for fruit exports. * Liaise with shipping lines, freight forwarders, cold storage facilities, transport providers, and export agents. * Schedule and monitor container bookings, loading plans, and vessel departures. * Ensure compliance with export regulations, phytosanitary requirements, and customer specifications. * Track shipments and proactively manage delays, deviations, and logistical challenges. * Prepare and verify export documentation, including shipping instructions, commercial invoices, packing lists, and relevant certificates. * Maintain accurate logistics records and reporting. * Collaborate closely with procurement, production, quality assurance, and sales teams to ensure seamless supply chain operations. * Monitor logistics costs and identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Commerce, or a related field. * Minimum 3 years' experience in logistics coordination, preferably within the fruit export or fresh produce industry. * Strong understanding of export procedures, shipping documentation, and cold-chain logistics. * Experience working with international customers and service providers. * Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. * Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess a Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Commerce, or a related field, along with a minimum of 3 years' experience in logistics coordination, ideally within the fruit export or fresh produce sector. Applicants must demonstrate a strong understanding of export procedures, shipping documentation, and cold-chain logistics, in addition to experience working with international customers and service providers. Essential skills include excellent planning, organisational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal abilities, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. The ideal candidate must be capable of working effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities simultaneously. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/logistics-coordinator-helderberg-personnel-7 Source: myjobmag

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At a glance

  • At least 3 years of experience.
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office

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Job description

Key Responsibilities * Coordinate and manage the end-to-end logistics process for fruit exports. * Liaise with shipping lines, freight forwarders, cold storage facilities, transport providers, and export agents. * Schedule and monitor container bookings, loading plans, and vessel departures. * Ensure compliance with export regulations, phytosanitary requirements, and customer specifications. * Track shipments and proactively manage delays, deviations, and logistical challenges. * Prepare and verify export documentation, including shipping instructions, commercial invoices, packing lists, and relevant certificates. * Maintain accurate logistics records and reporting. * Collaborate closely with procurement, production, quality assurance, and sales teams to ensure seamless supply chain operations. * Monitor logistics costs and identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings. Minimum Requirements * Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Commerce, or a related field. * Minimum 3 years' experience in logistics coordination, preferably within the fruit export or fresh produce industry. * Strong understanding of export procedures, shipping documentation, and cold-chain logistics. * Experience working with international customers and service providers. * Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. * Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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