Graduate Logistics Coordinator Role

Placements24; East London; Vor Ort; ZAR 180.000 - 240.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Training program

Mentorship from logistics pros

Global supply chain exposure

Port city exposure in East London

Graduate salary & benefits

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Graduate Logistics Coordinator for its East London operations. The role focuses on coordinating shipments, managing documentation, and collaborating with freight forwarders and customs brokers to ensure smooth international trade flows.

You will gain hands-on experience in logistics, import/export processes, inventory control, and transportation management within a dynamic port city environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in a logistics, supply chain, business administration, or related field.
• Strong understanding of logistics and supply chain principles.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Good communication and negotiation abilities.
• Familiarity with import/export procedures is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate the shipment of goods, both domestic and international.
• Prepare and process shipping documents, including bills of lading and customs declarations.
• Track shipments and provide timely updates to clients and internal teams.
• Liaise with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure efficient warehouse operations.
• Resolve any logistics‑related issues or discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of all logistics activities.
• Assist in optimizing transportation routes and costs.

Kenntnisse

Excel

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the import and export sector, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Graduate Logistics Coordinator to join their operations team based in East London . This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of goods, managing shipping documentation, and coordinating with various stakeholders in the supply chain. You will gain invaluable hands‑on experience in international trade, transportation management, and inventory control within the strategic port city of Eastern Cape . We are looking for enthusiastic graduates eager to develop their careers in a fast‑paced, international logistics environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the shipment of goods, both domestic and international.
• Prepare and process shipping documents, including bills of lading and customs declarations.
• Track shipments and provide timely updates to clients and internal teams.
• Liaise with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure efficient warehouse operations.
• Resolve any logistics‑related issues or discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of all logistics activities.
• Assist in optimizing transportation routes and costs.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of logistics and supply chain principles.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Good communication and negotiation abilities.
• Familiarity with import/export procedures is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A keen eye for detail and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training in logistics and international trade.
• Exposure to a dynamic global supply chain environment.
• Mentorship from experienced logistics professionals.
• Opportunity to work at a key port city in East London .
• Competitive salary and benefits for a graduate role.
• Potential for career advancement within the logistics sector.
• Be part of a company with a significant international footprint.