Logistics Administrator

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Professional development

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Logistics Administrator to support their operations from a remote setup, located in the Pretoria region. The role focuses on managing documentation, scheduling shipments, and coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure smooth logistics flows.

The successful candidate will handle manifests, invoices, and customs forms, maintain data accuracy, and generate performance reports while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or supply chain admin.
• Strong MS Excel and Office skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all logistics-related documentation, including shipping manifests, invoices, and customs forms.
• Schedule and coordinate transportation for incoming and outgoing shipments, optimizing routes and carriers.
• Act as a primary point of contact for suppliers, carriers, and internal departments regarding logistics inquiries.
• Process and track orders, ensuring timely updates to the internal database and relevant systems.
• Prepare reports on logistics performance, inventory levels, and cost analysis as required.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and company policies.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Remote collaboration

Attention to detail

Data entry

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and proactive Logistics Administrator to manage administrative tasks supporting their logistics operations in Pretoria. This remote role requires meticulous attention to detail to ensure all documentation, scheduling, and communication processes are handled efficiently. You will play a key role in maintaining seamless operations by coordinating with various stakeholders, managing data, and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations. This position offers the flexibility of remote work while being integral to the company's logistical success in the Pretoria region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all logistics-related documentation, including shipping manifests, invoices, and customs forms.
• Schedule and coordinate transportation for incoming and outgoing shipments, optimizing routes and carriers.
• Act as a primary point of contact for suppliers, carriers, and internal departments regarding logistics inquiries.
• Process and track orders, ensuring timely updates to the internal database and relevant systems.
• Prepare reports on logistics performance, inventory levels, and cost analysis as required.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and company policies.

Requirements

• Proven administrative experience, preferably within a logistics or supply chain environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, and experience with logistics management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with a strong ability to prioritize tasks.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively remotely.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and upskilling in logistics administration.
• A supportive virtual team environment focused on efficiency and collaboration.