Logistics Coordinator - FMCG

Placements24; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Professional development in logistics

Dynamic work environment

Contribution to efficient supply chain

Supportive team and management

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Logistics Coordinator for a role in the FMCG sector based in Paarl, Western Cape. You will oversee daily logistics operations, manage carrier relationships, and ensure timely and compliant distribution across warehouses and customers.

Responsibilities include coordinating shipments, tracking inventory, optimizing routes, and resolving delays to maintain service levels in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, transportation coordination or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of logistics operations, shipping procedures and inventory control.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in logistics software and MS Office Suite.
• Good communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily logistics operations, including shipment scheduling, tracking, and documentation.
• Manage relationships with transportation providers, negotiating rates and ensuring SLAs are met.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure efficient stock management within warehouses.
• Plan and optimize delivery routes to ensure timely and cost-effective distribution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve logistical issues or delays that may arise.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and customs requirements.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Transportation management

Inventory management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, is seeking an organized and proactive Logistics Coordinator to manage and optimize transportation and distribution activities from their operations in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is key to ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of products to customers and distributors. You will be responsible for coordinating shipments, managing carrier relationships, tracking inventory, and ensuring compliance with logistics regulations. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of a vital supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily logistics operations, including shipment scheduling, tracking, and documentation.
• Manage relationships with transportation providers, negotiating rates and ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure efficient stock management within warehouses.
• Plan and optimize delivery routes to ensure timely and cost-effective distribution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any logistical issues or delays that may arise.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and customs requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in logistics , transportation coordination, or supply chain management, preferably in FMCG .
• Strong understanding of logistics operations, shipping procedures, and inventory management.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in logistics software and MS Office Suite.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities for professional development in logistics and supply chain management.
• A dynamic work environment within a well-established FMCG company.
• Contribution to efficient supply chain operations.
• Supportive team and management structure.