Cold Chain Logistics Coordinator - Hybrid Role

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance incentives

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Logistics Coordinator to manage temperature-controlled supply chains in Polokwane, Limpopo. The role blends office planning with on-site oversight, requiring coordination with transport partners and monitoring of temperatures to ensure product integrity.

The ideal candidate has a solid cold chain background, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle regulatory standards for perishable goods. Hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field is required.
• 4+ years of logistics coordination experience with cold chain focus is required.
• Strong understanding of temperature-controlled transport and storage requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP) is preferred.
• Proficiency in logistics software and MS Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate movement of temperature-sensitive goods via road with strict temperature control.
• Plan routes and transport modes for perishable products.
• Monitor temperature data from vehicles and storage facilities; investigate deviations.
• Liaise with drivers, warehouses and transport providers to ensure smooth cold chain ops.
• Manage inventory with FIFO/FEFO and minimize spoilage.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and health standards.
• Process shipment documentation including manifests and temperature logs.

Skills

Cold chain expertise

Logistics planning

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Logistics Coordinator to manage temperature-controlled supply chains in Polokwane, Limpopo. The role blends office planning with on-site oversight, requiring coordination with transport partners and monitoring of temperatures to ensure product integrity.

The ideal candidate has a solid cold chain background, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle regulatory standards for perishable goods. Hybrid work arrangement offered.