145 Logistics Coordinators jobs in Cape Town

Responsibilities

• Deliver on sales targets, focused on acquiring quality clients
• Create and maintain a robust sales pipeline with a focus on strategic clients
• Develop and execute new client acquisition strategies
• Perform needs analysis for potential clients
• Provide feedback to senior management on sourcing strategies and service delivery for existing client partnerships
• Manage data to create actionable insights and report findings
• Collaborate with operational teams to relay client needs or concerns
• Work cross-functionally to optimize client partnerships
• Present to and build relationships with senior managers and clients
• Provide national partners with weekly and monthly performance reports based on agreed SLAs
• Monitor and analyze client-specific KPIs and prepare performance review meetings
• Ensure client partners are accountable for service delivery to maintain continuous operational performance
• Travel within South African provinces as required

• Experience presenting to senior managers
• Proven track record in business growth, client acquisition, or business development
• Ability to generate leads through both physical and digital means
• Competent in Excel (Google Sheets) and PowerPoint (Google Slides)
• Experience in e-commerce environments is an advantage
• Commercially-minded, strong negotiator
• Data-driven, analytical, and solutions-oriented
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to develop senior-level relationships effectively
• Strong prioritization and time management skills
• Comfortable with change and a collaborative team player
• Ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously

• Bachelors Degree or Advanced Diploma
• Minimum 35 years experience in Freight Forwarding Sales
• Proven track record of delivering business growth and client acquisition
• Competence in Excel (Google Sheets) & PowerPoint (Google Slides)
• Experience in e-commerce is an advantage

• Deliver on sales targets, focused on acquiring quality clients
• Create and maintain a robust sales pipeline with a focus on strategic clients
• Develop and execute new client acquisition strategies
• Perform needs analysis for potential clients
• Provide feedback to senior management on sourcing strategies and service delivery for existing client partnerships
• Manage data to create actionable insights and report findings
• Collaborate with operational teams to relay client needs or concerns
• Work cross-functionally to optimize client partnerships
• Present to and build relationships with senior managers and clients
• Provide national partners with weekly and monthly performance reports based on agreed SLAs
• Monitor and analyze client-specific KPIs and prepare performance review meetings
• Ensure client partners are accountable for service delivery to maintain continuous operational performance
• Travel within South African provinces as required

• Experience presenting to senior managers
• Proven track record in business growth, client acquisition, or business development
• Ability to generate leads through both physical and digital means
• Competent in Excel (Google Sheets) and PowerPoint (Google Slides)
• Experience in e-commerce environments is an advantage
• Commercially-minded, strong negotiator
• Data-driven, analytical, and solutions-oriented
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to develop senior-level relationships effectively
• Strong prioritization and time management skills
• Comfortable with change and a collaborative team player
• Ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously

• Bachelors Degree or Advanced Diploma
• Minimum 35 years experience in Freight Forwarding Sales
• Proven track record of delivering business growth and client acquisition
• Competence in Excel (Google Sheets) & PowerPoint (Google Slides)
• Experience in e-commerce is an advantage

About the Role:
Location : Kraaifontein

Our client is a technology-driven transport company based in Kraaifontein. They use a platform to connect shippers with transporters and manage road freight end-to-end for efficient, on-time delivery. Their goal is to be Africa’s go-to transport partner, built on innovation, teamwork, and precision.

They are looking for a driven Logistics Coordinator to join their team.

In this role, you'll own the full commercial and operational cycle of road‑transport movements; from first call to final POD, while growing a profitable account/sales portfolio with a strong team beside you. You will prospect shippers, price and win work, secure the right transporter/owner‑driver, run the load end‑to‑end with control‑tower discipline, and turn each successful trip into repeat revenue.

You are supported during every part of the journey and can rely on a very strong senior team for assistance and guidance. Technology and innovation is deeply embedded into everything they do, and will form a massive part of your day to day exposure. Healthy sales incentives are structured into your earnings and provide an opportunity to earn significantly above market. As your accounts grow, you qualify to get a schedule/support member/s to join your team that reports directly to you.

High Level Functions:

● Relationship Building: Foster strong relationships with customers/transporters and understand their specific transportation needs. Ensure that all aspects of a customer's supplier requirements are understood, this will include pricing, routes, product, account size etc;

● Lead Generation: Make calls to establish relationships and build your book of business. Proactively identify potential clients through research and networking to contribute to lead generation;

● Customer Onboarding: Sell and close new and existing customers to move their loads;

● Negotiation: Negotiate price with customers and suppliers;

● Book loads: Constantly book and secure loads with shippers/clients;

● Daily Operations: Manage all aspects of a customers daily loads, resolving issues, to ensure pickup and delivery is on time;

● Communication: Be honest and proactive in all your communications - internally and externally

● Growth: As the Logistics Coordinator, your key responsibilities encompass a strategic focus on growth. This involves adeptly following through with customer leads, supplier leads and assisting with all early stage operational requirements to grow this sector which is currently in its infancy within the group;

● CRM: You will be required to track all your progress regarding deals in our CRM system (currently Monday.Com);

● Team: As the requirement for additional staff resources arises, we expect you to provide insights into new hires

Day-to-Day Functions

● Call and message fresh leads and lapsed shippers, logging every touchpoint in the CRM.

● Gather full trip specs-commodity, lane, volume, equipment, and special loading or tracking needs—for precise quoting.

● Build lane rates from market intel and transporter quotes, send sharp proposals, and negotiate margins to win the load.

● Secure a compliant transporter, double-check licences and GIT cover, and issue a clear load confirmation to lock in capacity.

● Brief drivers on SOPs such as corner plates, straps, seals, and TAT rules, then activate live tracking for each trip.

● Monitor ETAs in real time, resolve route exceptions before they escalate, and keep shippers updated without being asked.

● Upsell new lanes, request referrals, and convert first-time shippers into loyal, recurring revenue.

● Update CRM/TMS and review BI dashboards for margin drift, carrier trends, and performance insights, then act on the data.

● Plan tomorrow’s prospecting targets and flag any overnight watch-loads before signing off.

Must-Have Experience

• 2–5+ years in road transport (sales and/or operations): shipper sales, transport sales, or operator roles;.

• Proven new-business prospecting and pipeline discipline (daily call targets, follow-ups, CRM hygiene).
• Rate building & negotiation on spot and rate-sheet work; understands buy-rate vs sell-rate and margin protection.
• Strong dispatch/control-tower basics: pre-briefs, live tracking, ETA control, exception management.
• Documentation: load confirmations, PODs, claims basics, and invoicing hand-off.
• Working knowledge of: equipment types (tautliner, pantech, superlinks etc), securement (corner plates/straps), GIT/insurance, TAT/SLAs.
• Comfortable with Google Workspace, CRM/TMS and spreadsheets.
  
  Nice to Have

• Existing shipper relationships and/or transporter network;

• Bulk commodities, RFQ management, or contract lane experience;
• Exposure to telematics/camera tracking and control-tower workflows;
• Basic understanding of early-settlement and fuel value-adds for transporters

Salary: Above market + strong sales incentives

Further Studies: You will receive support for career growth with training and courses where possible

Growth Path & Rewards:

This role has a steep and responsibility curve. Top performers can build a team quickly:

● Coordinator → Senior Co-ordinator → Team Lead (Shipper/Carrier) → Sales Manager

● Competitive base + uncapped commission tied to GP and book growth.

● Clear targets, weekly coaching, and visibility via BI dashboards.

• Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain client relationships to facilitate the movement of freight.

• Negotiate and coordinate with carriers and shippers to secure the best rates and services.

• Source new clients and transporters

• Analyze logistics data and market trends to optimize transportation strategies.

• Provide expert advice on logistics processes and regulations to clients.

• Resolve any transportation issues and ensure smooth operations throughout the supply chain.

-valid driver licence and own transport to office required

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in tautliner or reefers logistics.

• Proven track record of successful client management and business development.

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

• In-depth knowledge of transportation regulations and logistics software.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

-Salary is based on basic and commission

• One opening for part load specialist in tautliners

• One opening for reefer specialists

Do not apply if you are not qualified for the position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R20 000,00 - R30 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

My client is looking for an experienced Logistics Manager to lead and optimize air and sea freight operations while supporting strategic decisions and managing a high-performing team.

As a Logistics Manager you will be responsible for the following :

• Manage full-cycle international logistics operations (air & sea imports & exports).
• Compile interpret and present analytical reports to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Drive automation and system improvements using ERP tools (Power BI and AI systems).
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations duties tariffs and freight requirements.
• Lead client liaison manage queries and build strong lasting relationships.
• Apply sound financial acumen monitor and control costs budgets and operational KPIs.
• Collaborate with and manage third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
• Oversee procurement functions related to freight and warehouse logistics.
• Lead and develop warehouse and logistics staff promoting a performance-driven culture.

• BCom or Diploma in Logistics Supply Chain or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a logistics management role with proven staff management experience.
• Background in freight forwarding (air and sea) is highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in ERP systems especially Power BI and emerging AI technologies .
• Strong understanding of international compliance customs duties and freight regulations.
• Skilled in data analysis reporting and operational budgeting.

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Required Experience : Manager

Key Skills

Shipping & Receiving,Inventory Control,Data Entry,AS400,Transportation Management Systems,EDI,Microsoft Outlook,Warehouse Experience,Office Experience,Dispatching,Microsoft Excel,Logistics

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Logistics

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

SUMMARY : POSITION INFO :

Ready to Level Up Your Logistics Career?

Are you a Logistics or Supply Chain grad with some real-world experience in operations? If you're looking to take the next step and learn the inner workings of logistics operations, this opportunity might be your perfect match.

An international logistics group, originally from South America and now making waves across South Africa, is seeking a Logistics Supervisor to join its Cape Town distribution hub in the Southern Suburbs. With a strong client base and a footprint that’s growing fast, this is your chance to make a real impact while building your career.

What you’ll be doing :

• Overseeing a group of drivers and managing route schedules
• Assign routes and delivery tasks based on capacity and urgency
• Monitor delivery schedules and ensure on-time arrivals and departures
• Ensure proper loading, unloading, and storage of goods
• Troubleshoot delays and route disruptions

Who This Role Is For : Someone who thrives in fast-paced logistics environments, loves solving problems on the fly, and wants hands-on experience that actually builds their career, not just fills their CV.

Requirements :

• Completed degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or Commerce
• 1 to 2 years’ experience working in the logistics field
• Road freight knowledge is advantageous
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and influencing skills

SUMMARY :

Purpose of the role :

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Logistics Manager to oversee the end-to-end logistics and supply

chain operations for our cement warehousing and bricks / blocks manufacturing business. The successful candidate

will be responsible for managing transportation (both in-house and outsourced), inventory control, warehouse

coordination, and the efficient movement of materials between multiple storage locations and production facilities.

This role is based at our Inca facility and requires strong coordination across all Cape Town sites.

POSITION INFO :

Key Responsibilities :

Transportation Management

• Coordinate the movement of bulk cement from the port to warehouse locations.
• Manage company-owned tankers and liaise with third-party transport providers for deliveries and collections.
• Schedule and monitor the dispatch of cement and finished goods (bricks and blocks) to customers and internal

sites.

Warehouse & Inventory Coordination

Logistics Planning & Reporting

Supplier & Transporter Liaison

Compliance & Risk Management

Minimum Requirements :

Work Environment & Travel :

Primarily based at the Inca Concrete Products.

Regular site visits to other warehouses and the debagging station.

Occasional travel to transporters’ depots and customer sites as needed.