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One Connect Technologies; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Logistics Coordinator to oversee the movement of cement materials. This role involves planning, organizing, and coordinating transport schedules to ensure timely deliveries while maintaining compliance with regulations. You will manage relationships with suppliers and customers, resolve transport issues, and maintain accurate records to drive efficiency. If you have a passion for logistics and a knack for problem-solving, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years' experience as a logistics coordinator or planner is essential.
• A degree or diploma in logistics or supply chain management is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage transport schedules to maximize efficiency and monitor operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Problem-solving

Relationship management

Education

Degree or diploma in logistics

Supply chain management

Tools

Excel

Job description

Plans, organizes, and coordinates the movement of cement materials to ensure that delivery schedules are met.

They liaise with suppliers, customers, and transport service providers to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of loads.

Responsibilities:

1. Managing transport schedules: Creates and manages transport schedules, ensuring that vehicles are available and scheduled in a way that maximizes efficiency. They monitor the progress of transport operations and adjust schedules as necessary.
2. Ensuring compliance with regulations: The transport coordinator ensures that all transport operations comply with relevant regulations, including safety and environmental regulations. They may also be responsible for ensuring that drivers and vehicles are licensed and registered correctly.
3. Maintaining transport records: Keeps accurate records of transport operations, fuel consumption, and transport schedules. They use this data to analyze performance and identify areas for improvement.
4. Resolving transport issues: Resolves any issues that arise during transport operations, including delays, breakdowns, and other disruptions. They work to minimize the impact of these issues on customers.
5. Developing & managing relationships: Develop and manage relationships with transporters and customers.

Qualifications:

1. Effective written and verbal communication.
2. A degree or diploma in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.
3. 3-4 years' experience as a logistics coordinator or planner is essential.
4. Proficiency in Excel.

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not received a response within 2 weeks.