Global Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Chainlink Recruitment; Heidelberg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Chainlink Recruitment seeks a Shipping Clerk for their logistics division in Heidelberg, Gauteng. The role focuses on administrative accuracy, coordinating with overseas suppliers, couriers and stock controllers, and handling international documentation.

The ideal candidate is fluent in English, with shipping/logistics experience and strong numerical skills to manage currency conversions and costing. This on-site role demands reliability and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Shipping and logistics experience essential.
• Fluent in English; Afrikaans advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and numeracy.
• Analytical mindset; able to work under pressure.
• Experience with international shipping documentation.

Responsibilities

• Vessel Tracking — track vessels and update delivery dates.
• Container Preparation — coordinate container stock with suppliers.
• Supplier Documentation — update invoices and paperwork.
• Order Validation — reconcile and validate supplier orders.
• Import & Export Documentation — manage paperwork.
• Stock Transfers — process and coordinate transfers.
• Daily Liaison — liaise with stock controllers, couriers and suppliers.
• Branch Updates — provide updates on container deliveries.
• Container Bookings — book container loadings and logistics.
• Shipping Cost Sheets — create and record shipping costs.
• GRN Processing — handle goods receipts notes.
• Shipment Cover — arrange cover for shipments.
• Freight Estimates — obtain quotes from providers.
• Courier Arrangements — arrange courier shipments.
• Delivery Monitoring — monitor timelines for efficiency.
• Payment Requests — submit shipping-related payments.
• Customs Documentation — submit customs docs accurately.
• Currency Conversions — handle foreign currency conversions.
• General Support — assist National Consumables Manager.

Skills

Shipping experience

Attention to detail

English fluency

Afrikaans advantage

Strong communication

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Chainlink Recruitment seeks a Shipping Clerk for their logistics division in Heidelberg, Gauteng. The role focuses on administrative accuracy, coordinating with overseas suppliers, couriers and stock controllers, and handling international documentation.

The ideal candidate is fluent in English, with shipping/logistics experience and strong numerical skills to manage currency conversions and costing. This on-site role demands reliability and attention to detail.