Catering Logistics Lead — Events & Inventory Mastermind

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a meticulous Logistics Coordinator to manage catering operations, ensuring equipment, ingredients and people arrive on time and within budget.

You will coordinate deliveries, manage inventory, liaise with suppliers and internal teams, and optimize routes, while maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a hands-on role ideal for a proactive professional in events or hospitality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics coordination in catering or hospitality.
• Strong inventory management knowledge.
• Ability to plan and adapt in fast-paced event environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling and execution of all catering logistics, including transport, delivery, and setup.
• Manage inventory levels of catering supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock.
• Liaise with suppliers to place orders and ensure timely deliveries.
• Develop efficient delivery routes to optimize time and fuel.
• Track movement of goods and update stakeholders.
• Collaborate with culinary and event teams to meet event requirements.
• Prepare logistics documents, manifests, inventory reports, and expense tracking.
• Identify and resolve logistical challenges to minimize disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and transport regulations.
• Maintain records of inventory, deliveries, and supplier performance.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Inventory management

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Independent working

Problem solving

Driver's license

Evenings/weekends

Tools

Logistics software

Inventory management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a meticulous Logistics Coordinator to manage catering operations, ensuring equipment, ingredients and people arrive on time and within budget.

You will coordinate deliveries, manage inventory, liaise with suppliers and internal teams, and optimize routes, while maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations. This is a hands-on role ideal for a proactive professional in events or hospitality.