Logistics and Purchasing Co-ordinator

Tower Group South Africa (PTY) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Part time

Job summary

A logistics and supply chain company based in Cape Town is seeking a Temporary Logistics and Purchasing Co-ordinator to enhance supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a relevant tertiary qualification and a minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics and purchasing. Responsibilities include managing the full order cycle, negotiating with suppliers and ensuring timely delivery of goods. Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office tools is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Logistics and Purchasing Coordinator.
• Record of successful distribution and logistics management.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Direct and optimize the full order cycle including logistics, warehouse, and transportation.
• Negotiate with suppliers and freight companies to ensure efficient operations.
• Keep track of stock levels and delivery times to meet targets.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP B1

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Temporary Logistics and Purchasing Co-ordinator

Finance Department

Cape Town

Scope

The Logistics and Purchasing Coordinator will be responsible for the overall supply chain management function in order to enhance internal efficiencies, business development and overall customer satisfaction. The scope includes organising, monitoring and distribution of goods including contract management.

Key Responsibilities

• Directing, optimizing, coordinating, and monitoring the full order cycle by strategically planning and managing logistics, warehouse, and transportation services for the Company.
• Liaising and negotiating with clearing agents and freight companies.
• Liaise and negotiate with suppliers, manufacturers, retailers, and customers – including all contract management and price negotiation.
• Liaise and continuously update the Sales Department and any other departments on their requests.
• Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency (co‑ordinating with sales for forecasting).
• Arrange warehouse, catalogue goods, plan routes and process shipments.
• Meet cost, productivity, accuracy, and timeliness targets.
• Maintain metrics and analyse data to assess performance and implement improvements.
• Resolve any arising problems or complaints and ensure that no escalations take place.
• Comply with laws, regulations, and ISO requirements.

Key Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Logistics or Supply Chain or equivalent.
• Proven working experience (minimum 5 years) as a Logistics and Purchasing Co‑ordinator.
• Record of successful distribution and logistics management.
• Internal and external stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication skills with all relevant stakeholders.
• Tender process management and supplier vetting.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.
• Self‑starter and self‑motivated.
• SAP B1 / SAP experience advantageous.
• Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint knowledge.