97 Transport Coordinator jobs in South Africa

Our client is seeking a qualified and experienced individual to grow and expand the Transport and Logistics division.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Transport Management
• Fully bilingual (Afr / Eng)
• Valid SA driver's license
• Own reliable transport
• Willing to travel

Knowledge and Experience:

• 3-5 years of transport facilitation, management, and coordination experience
• Transport-related: In-depth understanding of the transport industry
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Strong customer orientation and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Capable of coping in a fast-paced environment
• Proven track record of managing a portfolio of customers
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and any ERP system
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Punctual and accurate with good time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Willing to work flexible hours

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Source new opportunities to grow and expand the model
• Streamline current transport model
• Expand customer base
• Expand supplier base
• Punctual communication with relevant parties on a regular basis

Key Performance Indicators

• Assist with material planning
• Support the Material Planner in creating and managing material plans and schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Support demand planning and forecasting
• Assist with analyzing historical data and forecasting future demand.
• Collaborate with the Material Planner to adjust material plans and schedules accordingly.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Logistics
• Basic Knowledge of logistics and material planning principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
  
  

The main purpose of this position is the Design and Development of Internal Planning functions, Conveyance design; Trolley/Packaging design; Rack design and configuration; Master data maintenance; Layouts, Transport planning & Cost Management.

• Plan and Implement Logistics and Facility processes. Conduct efficient process designs.
• Design and maintain warehouse layouts for Logistics areas.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring adherence to company standards.
• Coordinate project activities, monitor progress, and proactively identify and resolve any issues or obstacles.
• Conduct engineering analysis, feasibility studies, and calculations to support warehouse design decisions.
• Identify opportunities to optimize warehouse operations, streamline processes, and enhance productivity.
• Management of resources including people.
• Identify and implement improvements – Kaizen.
• 4S, Health and Safety for Logistics operations in warehouse.

• NQF 6 (360 credits) in Industrial Engineering/Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in project management and engineering within automotive / Logistics environment.
• At least 2 years postgraduate experience.
• Must be computer literate Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word).
• Project Management experience.
• ERP systems knowledge (preferably SAP).
• TMC Global system (GTOPAS).

• Accurate information gathering and analysis.
• Awareness and commitment to our mission.
• Strategic reallocation of resources and review of work methods.
• Suitable assignment and objective performance review.
• Communication and sharing of mid to long term plans.
• Establishing framework and systems for organisational learning.
• Awareness of situations and decisiveness.
• Attention to detail.
• Perseverance and Presentation skills.
• Feedback of evaluation results and long-term development of others Teamwork.

R 48000 - R 5000 - Annually

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate and issue logistics instructions and documentation from the point of loading through to final destination
• Maintain and update all transport and shipping information
• Perform stock control functions
• Liaise with relevant clients, industry stakeholders and third parties
• Monitor and report on all relevant information
• Carry out any additional tasks related to the role (both export and local)

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role within the fresh-produce export industry
• Experience working on Vitrax and QX systems (or similar)
• Excellent computer literacy, specifically in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing work environment and meet deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to work after hours during peak season (Dec – Mar)
• Professional proficiency in both English and Afrikaans (verbal and written)
• Additional industry experience such as DALRRD applications, Q67 and Titan will be advantageous

Full Job Description

This role involves comprehensive inventory management, including inbound and outbound processes, daily reconciliation, and reporting. You will manage sales and customer service staff, ensuring orders are confirmed prior to dispatch, providing technical support, and handling feedback on unsuccessful orders. Additionally, you will oversee driver management, including recruitment, route planning, order allocation, and maintaining high delivery success rates. Daily reconciliation of sales and funds, driver performance reporting, and administration of company assets are also key responsibilities.

Responsibilities include:

• Inventory management: inbound/outbound, daily reconciliation, reporting
• Managing sales and customer service staff: order confirmation, technical support, feedback
• Managing drivers: recruitment, route planning, order allocation, performance monitoring
• Financial reconciliation: daily sales, funds received via bank transfer and cash deposits
• Asset and administration management: assets, leased premises, procurement

Job Details:

• Type: Full-time
• Pay: R - R per month
• Education: Diploma (preferred)
• Experience: 3+ years in logistics/fleet management, 5+ years in related work
• Location: In person
• 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
• Vacancies: 1

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