Durban Cold Chain Coordinator: Pharma & Food Logistics

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid annual leave

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Cold Chain Logistics Coordinator for Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will ensure smooth temperature-controlled operations for pharmaceuticals, food, and chemicals, maintaining product integrity and on-time delivery.

Join a dynamic logistics team and manage temperature monitoring, carrier liaison, and compliance with GDP and other regulations. The role requires strong organization, proactive problem-solving, and hands-on experience in cold chain systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in logistics coordination with a significant focus on cold chain management.
• Experience with temperature-controlled transport modes (reefer trucks/containers, air cargo).
• Familiar with temperature monitoring devices, data loggers and related software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of the cold chain logistics process from origin to destination.
• Monitor and maintain optimal temperature conditions across the supply chain using specialized equipment and software.
• Liaise with carriers, freight forwarders and warehousing partners to schedule shipments and ensure temperature compliance.
• Oversee handling, storage and transportation of temperature-sensitive products.
• Investigate and resolve deviations or delays related to temperature excursions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations governing cold chain transportation (GDP for pharmaceuticals).
• Maintain accurate records of temperature logs, shipment details and performance data.
• Collaborate with QA to implement and maintain cold chain SOPs.
• Prepare regular reports highlighting performance and improvement opportunities.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and service providers in the cold chain sector.

Skills

Cold chain management

Temperature monitoring

Logistics software

MS Office

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Reefer equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Cold Chain Logistics Coordinator for Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will ensure smooth temperature-controlled operations for pharmaceuticals, food, and chemicals, maintaining product integrity and on-time delivery.

Join a dynamic logistics team and manage temperature monitoring, carrier liaison, and compliance with GDP and other regulations. The role requires strong organization, proactive problem-solving, and hands-on experience in cold chain systems.