High-Value Cargo Transport Specialist

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary and incentives

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Transportation Specialist in Sandton to oversee daily transportation operations, coordinate carriers, and ensure compliant, cost-efficient movement of goods. The role requires strong collaboration with suppliers and internal teams in a hybrid work setting.

Responsibilities include documentation, carrier management, and performance analysis to optimize routes and costs. A relevant logistics degree is preferred, with 3–5 years’ experience in transportation or supply chain.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain.
• Strong understanding of road, rail, air and sea transport modes.
• Proficiency in TMS and related software.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage daily transportation activities, including route planning and carrier selection.
• Negotiate rates and service level agreements with transportation providers.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Prepare and manage shipping documentation, including bills of lading, customs declarations, and invoices.
• Monitor shipment status, resolve transit issues, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Analyze transportation data to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Hybrid work

Education

Degree in Logistics

Tools

TMS software

Job description

High Value Cargo Transport Specialist

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Transportation Specialist to join their team in Sandton. This role is vital for managing and optimizing the company's transportation operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective movement of goods. You will be responsible for coordinating carriers, managing logistics documentation, and ensuring compliance with transportation regulations. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between focused remote work and essential on-site collaboration.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Transportation Specialist to join their team in Sandton. This role is vital for managing and optimizing the company's transportation operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective movement of goods. You will be responsible for coordinating carriers, managing logistics documentation, and ensuring compliance with transportation regulations. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between focused remote work and essential on-site collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage daily transportation activities, including route planning and carrier selection.
• Negotiate rates and service level agreements with transportation providers.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Prepare and manage shipping documentation, including bills of lading, customs declarations, and invoices.
• Monitor shipment status, resolve transit issues, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Analyze transportation data to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of different transportation modes (road, rail, air, sea).
• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) and related software.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities.
• A relevant degree or certification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Engaging work environment within a leading organization in Sandton.

We help the world run better

At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging - but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

Introduction Summary

As a Technology Senior Logistics Consultant, you will work within a global team focusing on the positioning and delivery of Data Management & Landscape Transformation (DMLT) services. You will support customers in South Africa and globally, as well as contribute to internal initiatives. The role requires strong technical expertise in SAP logistics modules and data migration, combined with the ability to engage customers and design solutions that address complex business transformation needs.