Logistics Operations Coordinator

Placements24; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Training and career development

Supportive team atmosphere

East London logistics sector exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Logistics Operations Coordinator to join our East London team, overseeing end-to-end logistics from order placement to final delivery.

You will coordinate schedules, liaise with warehouses, transport providers, and customers to ensure timely, accurate shipments while maintaining records and generating performance reports in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a logistics coordination or operational role.
• Strong understanding of shipping procedures and transportation modes.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and experience with logistics software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the movement of goods, managing schedules and routes for timely deliveries.
• Liaise with carriers and service providers to book shipments and negotiate rates.
• Prepare and process all necessary logistics documentation, including manifests and delivery confirmations.
• Track shipments and provide real-time updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Resolve any logistical issues or discrepancies that may arise during transit.
• Maintain accurate records of logistics operations and generate performance reports.

Skills

logistics coordination

operational experience

shipping procedures

transportation modes

MS Office Excel

logistics software

organizational skills

time management

communication

problem solving

fast-paced environment

Tools

Logistics software tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Logistics Operations Coordinator to join their dynamic team in East London. This role is crucial for the efficient coordination of all logistical activities, ensuring smooth operations from order placement to final delivery. You will liaise closely with warehouse staff, transport providers, and customers to guarantee timely and accurate fulfillment of shipments. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual passionate about logistics to contribute to the company's success in the Eastern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the movement of goods, managing schedules and routes for timely deliveries.
• Liaise with carriers and service providers to book shipments and negotiate rates.
• Prepare and process all necessary logistics documentation, including manifests and delivery confirmations.
• Track shipments and provide real-time updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Resolve any logistical issues or discrepancies that may arise during transit.
• Maintain accurate records of logistics operations and generate performance reports.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a logistics coordination or operational role.
• Strong understanding of shipping procedures and transportation modes.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and experience with logistics software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and career development.
• A supportive and collaborative team atmosphere.
• Work with a leading company in the East London logistics sector.