Explore logistics job opportunities in 6 Logistics jobs in Port Elizabeth
Supply Chain - Logistics Administrator
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
On Line Personnel
Posted 15 days ago
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Job Position: Supply Chain / Logistics Administrator
Ref: 5047 br>Location: PE/Gqeberha
Salary: R10 800 per month commensurate with qualification and experience
Hours: Monday to Friday 8AM to 5PM
3 month contract with the possibility of going permanent
Qualifications / Requirements:
• Minimum of Matric < r>• Must be well spoken and presentable < r>• Valid drivers license and own reliable transport < r>• Experience in supply chain or logistics industry with minimum 3 years of relevant working experience < r>• Hands-on operational experience particularly in container yard or multi-client warehouse highly advantageous < r>• Proficient in troubleshooting with strong problem-solving skills < r>• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision < r>• Computer literacy: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel) and experience in SAP is essential < r>• Proven ability to prioritise and meet deadlines < r>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, experience in communicating with customers/vendors < r>• Analytical skills and good attention to detail
Ref: 5047 br>Location: PE/Gqeberha
Salary: R10 800 per month commensurate with qualification and experience
Hours: Monday to Friday 8AM to 5PM
3 month contract with the possibility of going permanent
Qualifications / Requirements:
• Minimum of Matric < r>• Must be well spoken and presentable < r>• Valid drivers license and own reliable transport < r>• Experience in supply chain or logistics industry with minimum 3 years of relevant working experience < r>• Hands-on operational experience particularly in container yard or multi-client warehouse highly advantageous < r>• Proficient in troubleshooting with strong problem-solving skills < r>• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision < r>• Computer literacy: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel) and experience in SAP is essential < r>• Proven ability to prioritise and meet deadlines < r>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, experience in communicating with customers/vendors < r>• Analytical skills and good attention to detail
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Assistant Supply Chain Manager
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd T/A MPC Recruitment Group EC
Posted 6 days ago
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Our client a Vehicle Manufacturer is requiring an Assistant Supply Chain Manager to join their team.
The purpose of the position is to assist in overseeing the procurement of goods and services for the plant, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.
Location: Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha
Job type: Permanent – on site
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in Creating and implementing purchasing policies and strategies aligned with the organization's goals and budget.
- Assist Supplier Management in Identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers based on quality, price, and reliability, while maintaining strong relationships with existing vendors.
- Be Involved or solely negotiate contracts, prices, and delivery terms with suppliers to secure the best value for the organization.
- Work with inventory control to determine optimal stock levels, minimize waste, and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Monitor purchasing expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and managing the purchasing budget.
- Ensure procured goods and services meet the organization's quality standards and specifications.
- Supervise and mentor purchasing staff, delegate tasks, and provide guidance on purchasing processes.
- Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier information.
- Ensure all purchasing activities comply with relevant regulations and policies.
- Manage the workflow and ensure that daily tasks are completed effectively and efficiently
- Identify areas for improvement in operational processes and implement strategies to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
- Manage resources, including personnel, materials, and equipment, to optimize their utilization and minimize waste
- Implement and monitor quality control measures to ensure that all jobs done are meeting established standards.
- Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the overall business objectives.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and relevant industry standards.
- Prepare and present reports on operational performance to senior management.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Relevant Diploma or Degree advantageous
- Knowledge of procurement principles and practices: Including sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing software:
- Experience in inventory and supply chain management:
- Experience in Supply Chain and operations Management
- Bilingual In English and Mandarin
Skills
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Leadership and management skills
Should you meet the above criteria, we invite you to apply directly to the advertisement. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks of application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful
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Yard Supervisor - logistics
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
On Line Personnel
Posted 15 days ago
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Job Position: Yard Supervisor
Ref: 5050 br>Location: PE/Gqeberha
Salary: R25 000 per month negotiable commensurate with qualification and experience
Qualifications / Requirements:
• Minimum of 5 years Code 14 Drivers license < r>• Code 14 Driver experience highly advantageous < r>• Computer literate < r>• Previous Yard Supervisor skills/experience essential < r>• Mechanically orientated < r>• Energetic person with positive attitude < r>• Strong organisational and planning skills < r>• Leadership and communication skills < r>• Problem-solving skills < r>• Willingness to work overtime if needed < r>• Ability to work independently while still maintaining to clearly communicate with management < r>• Ability to work under pressure < r>
Key Performance Areas:
• Oversee daily operations in the yard < r>• Safety compliance < r>• Smooth coordination between departments < r>• Ensure the yard is organised and accessible for customers, staff, Drivers and trucks/trailers < r>• Ensure employees follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and organised work environment in every department < r>• Ensure trucks are equipped with correct equipment for securing loads < r>• Drivers testing of all new applicants < r>• Actively supervise and monitor operational activities within the yard < r>• Ensure compliance with transportation laws and regulations including safety protocols < r>• Ensure the safety of personnel and equipment within the yard < r>• General daily functions and duties < r>• Optimise fleet scheduling
Ref: 5050 br>Location: PE/Gqeberha
Salary: R25 000 per month negotiable commensurate with qualification and experience
Qualifications / Requirements:
• Minimum of 5 years Code 14 Drivers license < r>• Code 14 Driver experience highly advantageous < r>• Computer literate < r>• Previous Yard Supervisor skills/experience essential < r>• Mechanically orientated < r>• Energetic person with positive attitude < r>• Strong organisational and planning skills < r>• Leadership and communication skills < r>• Problem-solving skills < r>• Willingness to work overtime if needed < r>• Ability to work independently while still maintaining to clearly communicate with management < r>• Ability to work under pressure < r>
Key Performance Areas:
• Oversee daily operations in the yard < r>• Safety compliance < r>• Smooth coordination between departments < r>• Ensure the yard is organised and accessible for customers, staff, Drivers and trucks/trailers < r>• Ensure employees follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and organised work environment in every department < r>• Ensure trucks are equipped with correct equipment for securing loads < r>• Drivers testing of all new applicants < r>• Actively supervise and monitor operational activities within the yard < r>• Ensure compliance with transportation laws and regulations including safety protocols < r>• Ensure the safety of personnel and equipment within the yard < r>• General daily functions and duties < r>• Optimise fleet scheduling
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Controller - Transport Yard logistics
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
On Line Personnel
Posted 15 days ago
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Job Position: Controller (transport yard)
Ref: 5049 br>Location: PE/Gqeberha
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Working hours: Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM + alternating weekends
Qualifications / Requirements:
• Matric < r>• Newly acquired Diploma in Logistics highly advantageous < r>• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines < r>• Advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications (Word / Excel / PowerPoint), in particular Excel < r>• Experience in the logistics/fleet/Driver control environment < r>• Must be computer literate < r>• Excellent communication skills < r>• Goal-driven and team player < r>• Will be required to work on weekends as per roster (alternating) < r>
Key Performance Areas:
• Prepare Drivers paperwork with stops, load release etc < r>• Overseeing and managing all Drivers and Assistants < r>• General fleet management < r>• Briefing of Drivers < r>• Scanning in Drivers paperwork < r>• Tracker and trip sheet analysis < r>• Maintain Driver discipline < r>• Maintain truck turnaround time < r>• Capture all Drivers log sheets with overtime and night-outs < r>• Keep record of all in-house training and arrange for days for in-house training < r>• Issuing of warnings < r>• Prepare cases for hearings < r>• Assist with filling up trucks to get urgent orders out < r>• Assist with getting rid of preloads and checking in with customers if they are satisfied or if they need product < r>• Process Drivers leave and managing fleet to ensure there are enough Drivers to trucks < r>• Assist with planning and scheduling < r>• Manage Drivers’ hours worked
• Accident investigations < r>• Communicate with customers late deliveries < r>• Daily speeding and tracking reports < r>• Ensure that Drivers and customers calls are answered in a timeous manner-after hours included < r>• Assist with HSSE < r>• Spot checks (HSE) < r>• Near miss (HSE) < r>• PPE issuing < r>• Update files < r>• Loading of trucks < r>• Maintain Driver files < r>• Capture all incidents and accidents on (QM) quality manager < r>• Ensure toolbox talks are done on a weekly Basis < r>• Issuing of Toolbox talks and that it gets signed < r>• KPA on a monthly basis < r>• Liaise with the Mechanics on trucks that need to be serviced and breakdowns and planning to get defects sorted out < r>• Alternate standby < r>• Communication with Tracker and Truck Assistant < r>• Vehicle spot checks < r>• Monitor tracker and provide feedback to clients and reps and shift change over < r>• Driver handover for late evening trips < r>• Booking and maintaining Training Matrix < r>• Ensure that a proper hand over is done with each shift
Ref: 5049 br>Location: PE/Gqeberha
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Working hours: Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM + alternating weekends
Qualifications / Requirements:
• Matric < r>• Newly acquired Diploma in Logistics highly advantageous < r>• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines < r>• Advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications (Word / Excel / PowerPoint), in particular Excel < r>• Experience in the logistics/fleet/Driver control environment < r>• Must be computer literate < r>• Excellent communication skills < r>• Goal-driven and team player < r>• Will be required to work on weekends as per roster (alternating) < r>
Key Performance Areas:
• Prepare Drivers paperwork with stops, load release etc < r>• Overseeing and managing all Drivers and Assistants < r>• General fleet management < r>• Briefing of Drivers < r>• Scanning in Drivers paperwork < r>• Tracker and trip sheet analysis < r>• Maintain Driver discipline < r>• Maintain truck turnaround time < r>• Capture all Drivers log sheets with overtime and night-outs < r>• Keep record of all in-house training and arrange for days for in-house training < r>• Issuing of warnings < r>• Prepare cases for hearings < r>• Assist with filling up trucks to get urgent orders out < r>• Assist with getting rid of preloads and checking in with customers if they are satisfied or if they need product < r>• Process Drivers leave and managing fleet to ensure there are enough Drivers to trucks < r>• Assist with planning and scheduling < r>• Manage Drivers’ hours worked
• Accident investigations < r>• Communicate with customers late deliveries < r>• Daily speeding and tracking reports < r>• Ensure that Drivers and customers calls are answered in a timeous manner-after hours included < r>• Assist with HSSE < r>• Spot checks (HSE) < r>• Near miss (HSE) < r>• PPE issuing < r>• Update files < r>• Loading of trucks < r>• Maintain Driver files < r>• Capture all incidents and accidents on (QM) quality manager < r>• Ensure toolbox talks are done on a weekly Basis < r>• Issuing of Toolbox talks and that it gets signed < r>• KPA on a monthly basis < r>• Liaise with the Mechanics on trucks that need to be serviced and breakdowns and planning to get defects sorted out < r>• Alternate standby < r>• Communication with Tracker and Truck Assistant < r>• Vehicle spot checks < r>• Monitor tracker and provide feedback to clients and reps and shift change over < r>• Driver handover for late evening trips < r>• Booking and maintaining Training Matrix < r>• Ensure that a proper hand over is done with each shift
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Assistant Operations and Supply Chain Manager
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
Staff Solutions Recruitment
Posted 5 days ago
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This role supports procurement and operational activities at the Coega Plant for our client in the Automotive industry, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, timely delivery, and quality control.
Key responsibilities include assisting with purchasing strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, supporting inventory and cost control, and aiding in supervising the procurement team.
The position also involves risk mitigation, compliance, daily operations oversight, process optimization, and cross-functional communication.
Key Duties:
Key responsibilities include assisting with purchasing strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, supporting inventory and cost control, and aiding in supervising the procurement team.
The position also involves risk mitigation, compliance, daily operations oversight, process optimization, and cross-functional communication.
Key Duties:
- Assist in developing and implementing purchasing strategies
- Evaluate and negotiate with suppliers
- Support inventory and cost management
- Ensure quality assurance and compliance
- Maintain accurate records and reports
- Supervise and guide purchasing staff
- Manage risks and support operational efficiency
- Promote team building and strategic planning
- Communicate across departments and report to senior management
- Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
- Proficient in procurement, contract management, and supplier relations
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and purchasing software
- Experienced in inventory, supply chain, and operations management
- Bilingual in English and Mandarin
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Logistics Manager (SAP LE, MM, IBP) - South Africa
6006 Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
Meta Resources Group
Posted 15 days ago
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Our client, a global healthcare company, is seeking a Local Logistics Manager to oversee end-to-end logistics operations, including warehousing, transportation, and demand planning. The ideal candidate will have strong logistics expertise, hands-on experience with SAP LE, MM, or IBP, and the ability to optimize supply chain processes in a fast-paced environment. This is a business operations role, requiring a strategic thinker who can leverage SAP systems to improve efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness across the logistics network.This is a contractual position, through the end of 2025, with a high likelihood of extending well into 2026. There will be occasional travel to the client's warehouse location(s) (domestic). Job Requirements:Oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient storage, picking, and distributionOptimize inventory levels using SAP MM to minimize stock outs and excess inventoryEnsure compliance with healthcare industry regulations (GDP, GMP, etc.)Manage inbound/outbound logistics, carrier relationships, and freight costs optimizationMonitor transportation KPIs (on-time delivery, cost per shipment, etc.)Resolve logistics bottlenecks and improve last-mile delivery performanceCollaborate with regional teams to align demand forecasts with supply chain executionUtilize SAP IBP (Integrated Business Planning) or SAP LE for accurate demand planningAnalyze trends and adjust procurement/logistics strategies accordinglyAct as the local SAP power user for Logistics Execution (LE), Materials Management (MM)Identify system enhancements, troubleshoot issues, and train teams on best practicesDrive continuous improvement in logistics processes through data-driven decisionsRequirements4+ years in logistics/supply chain management, preferably in pharma/healthcare/FMCGExpertise in SAP LE, MM, WM, or IBP (must be a power user, not an IT developer)Strong analytical skills with experience in logistics optimization, cost control, and KPIsFluency in English (mandatory)Leadership experience managing teams or cross-functional stakeholders
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