28 Freight Forwarding jobs in Eastern Cape

• Coordinate international shipment of raw materials and customer-nominated parts via air, sea and land transport
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers and logistics service providers
• Ensure compliance with incoterms and international shipping regulations
• Optimize container utilization by consolidating shipments from multiple suppliers
• Track and monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and resolve any transportation issues
• Maintain accurate shipping documentation including bills of lading, commercial invoices and packing lists
• Support customs clearance processes and ensure timely submission of required documentation
• Ensure accuracy of HS Codes and optimize duty payments through proper classifications

• Bachelor degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International trade or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in freight forwarding or international logistics, preferably in the automotive sector
• Strong knowledge of incoterms, HS Codes

An exciting opportunity exists for a Freight Forwarding Specialist within the Logistics Department at our Fort Jackson plant. We are seeking a motivated professional with strong expertise in international logistics to coordinate and optimise the movement of materials across global supply chains.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate international shipments of raw materials and customer-nominated parts via air, sea, and land transport.

• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics service providers.

• Ensure compliance with Incoterms and international shipping regulations.

• Consolidate shipments from multiple suppliers to optimise container utilisation.

• Track and monitor shipments, resolving transportation delays or issues proactively.

• Maintain accurate shipping documentation (bills of lading, invoices, packing lists, etc.).

• Support customs clearance processes and verify accuracy of HS codes.

• Collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, and Engineering to align logistics activities with business requirements.

• Analyse freight costs, prepare KPI reports, and identify opportunities for savings and service improvements.

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance freight efficiency and reduce costs.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, or related field.

• 3–5 years’ experience in freight forwarding or international logistics (automotive sector advantageous).

• Solid knowledge of Incoterms, HS codes, and customs procedures.

• Experience with multi-modal transport coordination.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Supply Chain Coordinator at a respectable company in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements :

• BCom in Logistics / Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in end-to-end Supply Chain Coordination within a Chemical / Pharmaceutical environment
• Purchasing, stock management and planning experience will be beneficial

Supply Chain Coordinator • Port Elizabeth, ZA

Support the capacity management process by coordinating supply risk and capacity confirmation meetings to avoid supply risk to production. Systems data input and maintenance by updating and reviewing system data to ensure accurate system output. Support the EKL / Systems Specialist with planning, forecasting and reporting on Procurement financials for FMK (Forum Material Kosten / EKL (Einkaufsleistung) in terms of actual performance versus budget based on macro and group indicators to ensure that the company is aligned to Group standards and to meet Corporate objectives.

A recognised university Degree / National Diploma in the following disciplines: Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance, Business Management

2 – 5 years of Purchasing and/or Logistics experience, preferably within the motor- or related industries

1. Prepare, present and issue Supplier Risks and Capacity Overview reports in an effort to create transparency and to implement solutions
2. Prepare, analyse and issue “INCA” capacity reports in an effort to create transparency and to minimise capacity risk
3. Investigate, analyse and respond to Carry over Parts (COP) request from the VW Group in an effort to secure capacity
4. Creation and updating of new/existing capacities vs demand to assess if the supply meets the demand against capacity constraints in an effort to secure sufficient capacity installed at suppliers
5. Verify and maintain a supplier restriction catalogue for purchased parts to ensure that supplier capacity restrictions are taken into account for production scheduling
6. Create Purchase orders in SAP to ensure once off goods ordering, receipt, invoicing and payment
7. Create Part Supply Agreements in SAP to ensure series parts ordering, receipt, invoicing and payment
8. Create Vendor Codes in SAP to ensure payment for series parts and goods receipt from vendors
9. Support and maintain current and new supplier registrations database in local and group systems to ensure system data accuracy
10. Maintain User System data in local and group systems by running system error trap reports to ensure system user assignment accuracy
11. Activate purchase part price changes in SAP to ensure latest part price to be active for payment correctness
12. Provide systems problem solving support to all users, internal customers and suppliers by liaising with relevant stakeholders in order to ensure workflow continuation and identify future opportunities for optimisation
13. Identify and support with new systems and process implementation by liaising with the Group and Regions for best practice opportunities to ensure efficiencies and that the company is aligned to the Group
14. Prepare and report on Procurement FMK performance of monthly actuals and forecast vs budget in order to meet corporate objectives.
15. Prepare Procurement FMK budget and 5-year outlook in order to meet corporate objectives (Planning Round).
16. Other ad-hoc tasks from time to time in an effort to balance the team’s capacity and to have the desired output for the department

• Working knowledge of Capacity management processes and planning
• Working knowledge of Purchasing Systems and Processes
• Capacity planning and management skills
• Ability to analyse and capture data accurately
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and driven
• Ability to manage and balance multiple tasks simultaneously

Purpose:

• To provide critical support for the Supply Chain & Operations functions by analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on key data and processes. The Supply Chain Analyst is also responsible for gathering data, analyzing trends and reporting the performance for various activities in the SCM department.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12
• Minimum tertiary qualification / technical diploma and/or specific training in Supply Chain Management. Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years’ experience within field of expertise
• Previous supervisory experience advantageous
• Computer Skills (QAD experience highly advantageous)

Main Responsibilities:

• Direct Reports: 1 – 2 team members
• Maintain and manage vendor accounts
• Oversee internal invoice verification systems (KITE)
• Responsible for supporting the regional plants in this function
• Responsible for booking, processing and analyzing freight documentation
• Prepare and distribute weekly overviews on standard and premium freight values
• Provide analysis on cost drivers, identify areas where CI can be implemented to reduce / eliminate costs associated within the Supply Chain
• Maintain import register in compliance with local customs regulations
• Facilitate export shipments and documentation where required
• Perform month end functions, analysis and reporting to facilitate MEC checklist
• Creation of vendor accruals, vendor statement analysis
• Involvement in freight tenders, tender process and generation of data required to facilitate the freight tender process (incl. volume overviews per lane separated into weekly buckets defined by cbm and kg’s)
• Provide depot container overview with focus placed on containers incurring any premium cost
• Host quarterly vendor performance meetings and feedback sessions
• Support for ad-hoc implementation of freight projects, service provider changes or enhancements to the department

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Accurate Document Control
• Able to process time sensitive information and orders to meet deadlines
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals and generate presentations when required
• Excellent analytical skills in order to problem solve and implement permanent corrective action
• Good project management skills to ensure the execution of many of these projects, simultaneously
• Planning and organizing skills
• Advanced computer literacy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Decision making/problem solving skills
• Ability to cope with stressful situations

Purpose:

• To provide critical support for the Supply Chain & Operations functions by analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on key data and processes. The Supply Chain Analyst is also responsible for gathering data, analyzing trends and reporting the performance for various activities in the SCM department.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12 
• Minimum tertiary qualification / technical diploma and/or specific training in Supply Chain Management. Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years’ experience within field of expertise 
• Previous supervisory experience advantageous
• Computer  Skills (QAD experience highly advantageous)

Main Responsibilities:

• Direct Reports: 1 – 2 team members
• Maintain and manage vendor accounts
• Oversee internal invoice verification systems (KITE)
• Responsible for supporting the regional plants in this function
• Responsible for booking, processing and analyzing freight documentation
• Prepare and distribute weekly overviews on standard and premium freight values
• Provide analysis on cost drivers, identify areas where CI can be implemented to reduce / eliminate costs associated within the Supply Chain
• Maintain import register in compliance with local customs regulations
• Facilitate export shipments and documentation where required
• Perform month end functions, analysis and reporting to facilitate MEC checklist
• Creation of vendor accruals, vendor statement analysis
• Involvement in freight tenders, tender process and generation of data required to facilitate the freight tender process (incl. volume overviews per lane separated into weekly buckets defined by cbm and kg’s)
• Provide depot container overview with focus placed on containers incurring any premium cost
• Host quarterly vendor performance meetings and feedback sessions
• Support for ad-hoc implementation of freight projects, service provider changes or enhancements to the department

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Accurate Document Control
• Able to process time sensitive information and orders to meet deadlines
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals and generate presentations when required
• Excellent analytical skills in order to problem solve and implement permanent corrective action
• Good project management skills to ensure the execution of many of these projects, simultaneously
• Planning and organizing skills
• Advanced computer literacy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Decision making/problem solving skills
• Ability to cope with stressful situations