592 Import Coordinator jobs in South Africa

• Trade sourcing.
• Recording trade finance transactions (letters of credit, bills of exchange, guarantees, and trade loans).
• Reconciling accounts related to international trade activities.
• Ensuring compliance with IFRS/GAAP and local regulations for cross-border transactions.
• Monitoring cash flows from import/export operations.
• Preparing trade finance reports for management (e.g., outstanding LCs, exposure by currency, and overdue settlements).
• Advising procurement and sales teams on payment terms, financing options, and cost implications.

• CPA ACCA, and CIMA.
• CITF Certificate in International Trade and Finance.
• CDCS Certified Documentary Credit Specialist.
• CFA Chartered Financial Analyst for broader finance roles or progression.
• Diploma in International Trade offered by the ICC or similar institution.

• Trade finance instruments
• Export/import regulations, Incoterms, and customs documentation
• FX risk management and international banking procedures
• ERP systems (SAP and Oracle) and trade finance platforms
• Strong grasp of IFRS or other applicable accounting standards

• Familiarity with international banking practices (UCP 600, ISBP, URC, and URDG)
• Compliance with AML/KYC regulations for international transactions
• Sector knowledge mining, commodities, and manufacturing

• Analytical thinking and mindfulness
• Persuasive communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to collaborate with global teams and cross-cultural partners
• Problem-solving under pressure especially in high-value trades

• BCom Accounting Degree
• 5 years experience
• SAICA or SAIPA articles

Overview

Our client, an established business in the agricultural and commodities trading sector, is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Import and Export Coordinator to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing import/export documentation, coordinating third-party purchases, and ensuring accurate financial and operational reporting across all cross-border transactions.

• Coordinate logistics for export shipments from Durban and manage import deliveries.
• Process and manage third-party purchase orders on the system for exports.
• Collect, complete, and verify all import and export documentation in a timely manner.
• Compile and maintain position reports, including contracts, inventory, and forex status.
• Finalise buyer contracts and oversee related shipping documentation.
• Reconcile contracts and stock balances for both imports and exports.
• Follow up on and confirm payments per shipment contract.
• Process and check all cost payments related to exports and imports.
• Maintain accurate transaction records across spreadsheets and systems for full traceability.
• Liaise with shipping agents to coordinate deliveries and documentation.
• Submit SAGIS declarations accurately and on time.
• Manage office expenses for the Western Cape branch.
• Provide accurate input for cash flow forecasts relating to import/export products.
• Assist with financial reporting requirements for ABSA and Rabo financing.

• Diploma in International Trading, Logistics, Economics, or Accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in logistics, exports/imports, or contract administration.
• Previous exposure to agriculture or commodities trading industry is required.
• Strong understanding of international shipping procedures and documentation.
• Experience in forex and financial reconciliations.
• Knowledge of SAGIS reporting.
• Familiarity with trade finance processes (e.g. ABSA/Rabo).

• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel and spreadsheet skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Fluent in English (Afrikaans an advantage).

Note: The candidate must be a South African citizen or possess valid legal documentation authorising them to work in South Africa. All references must be contactable.

Our client, an established business in the agricultural and commodities trading sector, is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Import and Export Coordinator to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing import/export documentation, coordinating third-party purchases, and ensuring accurate financial and operational reporting across all cross-border transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for export shipments from Durban and manage import deliveries.

• Process and manage third-party purchase orders on the system for exports.

• Collect, complete, and verify all import and export documentation in a timely manner.

• Compile and maintain position reports, including contracts, inventory, and forex status.

• Finalise buyer contracts and oversee related shipping documentation.

• Reconcile contracts and stock balances for both imports and exports.

• Follow up on and confirm payments per shipment contract.

• Process and check all cost payments related to exports and imports.

• Maintain accurate transaction records across spreadsheets and systems for full traceability.

• Liaise with shipping agents to coordinate deliveries and documentation.

• Submit SAGIS declarations accurately and on time.

• Manage office expenses for the Western Cape branch.

• Provide accurate input for cash flow forecasts relating to import/export products.

• Assist with financial reporting requirements for ABSA and Rabo financing.

Requirements

• Diploma in International Trading, Logistics, Economics, or Accounting.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in logistics, exports/imports, or contract administration.

• Previous exposure to agriculture or commodities trading industry is required.

• Strong understanding of international shipping procedures and documentation.

• Experience in forex and financial reconciliations.

• Knowledge of SAGIS reporting.

• Familiarity with trade finance processes (e.g. ABSA/Rabo).

Skills Required

• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.

• Advanced Excel and spreadsheet skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

• Fluent in English (Afrikaans an advantage).

Note: The candidate must be a South African citizen or possess valid legal documentation authorising them to work in South Africa. All references must be contactable.

Our client, a well-established, trusted and highly successful corporate commodity trading company, specializing in physical deliveries on an international basis, has an exciting permanent Junior Logistics Coordinator position available.

Responsibilities:

• Establish relationships with transporters, suppliers, and customers.
• Adhere to the conditions of a transport contract and company regulations.
• Negotiate pricing with transporters.
• Compile transport load confirmations.
• Follow up with trucks to determine accurate ETA.
• Keep counterparties informed about the status of trucks.
• Identify important role players and build positive relationships at loading and off-loading points.
• Capture load data on the system.
• Allocate supplier and transport invoices to correct loads.
• Collect PODs.
• Weekly planning of loading dates and stock delivery.
• Handle client, transport, and supplier-related queries.
• Maintain 24/7 contact with all relevant parties.

Qualifications:

• A Diploma or Degree in Logistics / Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in an agricultural commodity logistics field will be beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Negotiating skills.
• Be available for cell phone queries and problem-solving after hours.

Client based in the South of Johannesburg who is a bulk distributor is seeking a Logistics Coordinator.

1. Planning of customer orders / deliveries
2. Monitoring satellite tracking activities
3. Vehicle utilization
4. Managing service level with customer
5. Scheduling and route planning
6. Allocate relevant vehicles and drivers to specific orders
7. Issue drivers with orders and specific on route instruction
8. Coordinated dispatching drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements
9. Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates

1. 3-5 years experience in logistics
2. Matric
3. Relevant tertiary education would be advantageous
4. Must live close to Alberton (South of Johannesburg)

R20k-R25k CTC pm

Job Description:

• Customer Liaison
  • Liaises with Clients & Sales representatives in an account management capacity with regards to production and sales orders.
  • Establishes and maintains good customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Capturing and updating of Sales Orders on SAGE with confirmed Loading date and Loading Site
  • Monitoring of stock situation and keeping client informed.
  • Regular reconciliations of customer contract status/forecast and ensures timely and accurate feedback to clients.
  • Inform Finance timeously of any customer specific invoice related requirements
  • Submit bottling request to production planner according to sales order/productions requirements/forecast.
  • Check and monitor SAGE regularly to ensure it is updated and reflects confirmed customer requirements on loadings and productions.
  • Manages and investigates customer complaints and takes corrective action to ensure customers are informed and complaints are promptly resolved to finality.
  • Takes the lead in assisting and resolving any relevant quality issue
  • Meeting with other departments to discuss possible improvements to customer service
  • Updates SAGE Sales order with confirmed Loading date, Loading Site and Vessel details.
  • Inform finance timeously of any customer specific invoice related requirements.
  • Completes and updates Service level, daily dashboard and stock report on weekly basis.
• Co-ordination of Production and Logistics Activities
  • Liaises with planning, production and warehouse on a continuous basis to ensure orders are produced and distributed to meet the required delivery dates.
  • Facilitates the distribution requirements planning process to insure timely and accurate product delivery, which includes product movement from warehouses
  • Submit firm load plan on weekly basis to Freight Forwarders, Warehouses/Loading Sites – indicating accurate information and quantities.
  • Process documentation for all shipments/collections/deliveries, timeously and accurately
  • Establish and maintains good relationships with service providers (SAWIS, DAFF, FF, Control Union, SGS, Bureu Veritas)
  • Communicate with freight transport/freight forward companies on order status.
  • Liaises with warehouses, freight forwarders and transportation providers to ensure streamlined procedures in line with our business and products.
  • Ensure service providers are in compliance with company regulations (IFS, BRC, Health and Safety, etc)
• Administration and Documentation
  • Executes all required documentation according to strict time lines and exceptional accuracy.
  • Timely management of multiple lines of communication between suppliers, shippers, customers and internal parties, maintaining details, and relaying pertinent information to appropriate parties

Qualifications:

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Good understanding and knowledge of exports in the wine industry
• Wine product knowledge and knowledge of wine exports such as applying for export certificates, notification of loading and declaration.

How to Apply:

• Email your comprehensive CV to
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Logistics Coordinator job vacancy in Stellenbosch.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Customer Liaison
  • Liaises with Clients & Sales representatives in an account management capacity with regards to production and sales orders.
  • Establishes and maintains good customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Capturing and updating of Sales Orders on SAGE with confirmed Loading date and Loading Site
  • Monitoring of stock situation and keeping client informed.
  • Regular reconciliations of customer contract status/forecast and ensures timely and accurate feedback to clients.
  • Inform Finance timeously of any customer specific invoice related requirements
  • Submit bottling request to production planner according to sales order/productions requirements/forecast.
  • Check and monitor SAGE regularly to ensure it is updated and reflects confirmed customer requirements on loadings and productions.
  • Manages and investigates customer complaints and takes corrective action to ensure customers are informed and complaints are promptly resolved to finality.
  • Takes the lead in assisting and resolving any relevant quality issue
  • Meeting with other departments to discuss possible improvements to customer service
  • Updates SAGE Sales order with confirmed Loading date, Loading Site and Vessel details.
  • Inform finance timeously of any customer specific invoice related requirements.
  • Completes and updates Service level, daily dashboard and stock report on weekly basis.
• Co-ordination of Production and Logistics Activities
  • Liaises with planning, production and warehouse on a continuous basis to ensure orders are produced and distributed to meet the required delivery dates.
  • Facilitates the distribution requirements planning process to insure timely and accurate product delivery, which includes product movement from warehouses
  • Submit firm load plan on weekly basis to Freight Forwarders, Warehouses/Loading Sites – indicating accurate information and quantities.
  • Process documentation for all shipments/collections/deliveries, timeously and accurately
  • Establish and maintains good relationships with service providers (SAWIS, DAFF, FF, Control Union, SGS, Bureu Veritas)
  • Communicate with freight transport/freight forward companies on order status.
  • Liaises with warehouses, freight forwarders and transportation providers to ensure streamlined procedures in line with our business and products.
  • Ensure service providers are in compliance with company regulations (IFS, BRC, Health and Safety, etc)
• Administration and Documentation
  • Executes all required documentation according to strict time lines and exceptional accuracy.
  • Timely management of multiple lines of communication between suppliers, shippers, customers and internal parties, maintaining details, and relaying pertinent information to appropriate parties

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Good understanding and knowledge of exports in the wine industry
• Wine product knowledge and knowledge of wine exports such as applying for export certificates, notification of loading and declaration.

Job Summary

Logistics Coordinator - Springs GP Gauteng

A career opportunity exists at REINHARDT TRANSPORT GROUP NIGEL (Head Office) for the position of CO-ORDINATOR LOGISTICS (Junior).

Job Specification

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Junior Logistics Coordinator to manage day-to-day operations related to logistics administration bookings internal communication and reporting. This position is crucial for ensuring that logistics processes run efficiently communication within the different business units is seamless and all necessary documentation and reports are timely and accurate.

• General Administration: Update and manage planning and reporting schedules; organise and maintain record keeping; coordinate logistics-related tasks and administrative support for various business units
• Bookings & Scheduling: Assist in coordinating bookings and planning; Schedule and track service commitments
• Internal Communication: Assist communication functions between the various business units; Respond to internal and external inquiries and provide accurate information
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare regular reports on logistics activities including order tracking, delivery timelines, inventory levels and other relevant metrics
• Problem Solving: Assist in addressing and resolving any issues or investigating and troubleshooting

• Bachelors degree in logistics, business administration or a related field (preferred)
• Proven experience in logistics coordination or administration (1-3 years)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and logistics software
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple tasks
• Problem-solving skills and ability to think critically in high-pressure environments

To be discussed in the interviewPlease e-mail your CV to .

CVs must be sent to this email only with LOG CO-ORDINATOR in the subject will close on Friday 15 August 2025 at the close of business.

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