Global Logistics & Freight Optimization Controller

Jess Kidwell; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Jess Kidwell is seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator to manage inbound sea and air imports from international suppliers through to warehouse delivery.

The role focuses on freight rate negotiations, shipment tracking, customs documentation, and cross-border compliance, with a strong emphasis on cost control and ERP/Zoho systems. You will support procurement, maintain accurate records, and generate monthly freight cost and delivery performance reports.

Qualifications

• Matric (high school).
• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding or Purchasing.
• 3–5 years of import/export logistics or supply chain control experience.
• Knowledge of sea/air freight, customs procedures, export documentation, Incoterms, duties and VAT.
• Experience with ERP or inventory systems; Zoho experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sea and air imports from India and international suppliers to warehouse delivery.
• Obtain and negotiate freight rates, monitor shipment progress, manage clearing agents.
• Oversee export shipments to African markets, including cross-trade orders, customs documentation, and compliance.
• Review freight and clearing invoices and ensure duties, VAT and landed costs recorded.
• Support procurement with purchase orders, stock schedules and supplier follow-ups.
• Maintain shipment records, update ERP/inventory systems and compile monthly freight cost and delivery performance reports.
• Identify opportunities to reduce freight costs and improve shipping efficiency.

Skills

Import/Export logistics

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Freight Forwarding or Purchasing

Tools

ERP systems

Zoho

Job description

Jess Kidwell is seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator to manage inbound sea and air imports from international suppliers through to warehouse delivery.

The role focuses on freight rate negotiations, shipment tracking, customs documentation, and cross-border compliance, with a strong emphasis on cost control and ERP/Zoho systems. You will support procurement, maintain accurate records, and generate monthly freight cost and delivery performance reports.