Hybrid Wine Logistics Coordinator – Paarl Region

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Inter-Winery Logistics Coordinator in Paarl, Western Cape. The role combines on-site coordination with remote oversight to manage inbound and outbound logistics for wine, grapes, barrels, and supplies across local wineries.

You will work with winery operations, vineyard managers, and transport providers to optimize delivery schedules, monitor shipments, and ensure timely, compliant operations in a fast-paced wine environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics coordination and supply chain roles, preferably in beverages.
• Strong scheduling, routing and freight management knowledge.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation of wine, grapes, barrels, and supplies between wineries and facilities in Paarl.
• Liaise with internal teams and external transport partners to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
• Optimize routes and schedules to maximize efficiency and reduce transit times and costs.
• Monitor shipment movement and provide real-time updates to stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve delays, shortages or transport issues proactively.
• Maintain records of logistics operations, manifests and inventory movements.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and handling requirements.
• Collaborate on forecasting logistics needs based on production schedules and seasonality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within logistics and supply chain operations.
• Uphold high standards of quality and reliability in wine logistics.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Supply chain management

Communication

Negotiation

ERP systems

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tertiary qualification in logistics (advantage)

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Inter-Winery Logistics Coordinator in Paarl, Western Cape. The role combines on-site coordination with remote oversight to manage inbound and outbound logistics for wine, grapes, barrels, and supplies across local wineries.

You will work with winery operations, vineyard managers, and transport providers to optimize delivery schedules, monitor shipments, and ensure timely, compliant operations in a fast-paced wine environment.