LOGISTICS ASSISTANT

Kabstrading Co; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Kabstrading Co. is seeking a detail-oriented ship­ment administrator in Pietermaritzburg to ensure accurate shipment documentation, investigate variances, and maintain SOP compliance.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and proficiency with Excel and Outlook, with emphasis on accuracy and safety in warehouse and dispatch tasks. The successful candidate will work with cross‑functional teams to meet tight deadlines, record-keeping standards, and stakeholder expectations while

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail when processing shipment documents.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies and variances in inventory.
• Proficient with Excel and Outlook; knowledge of SOPs and safety standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Investigate discrepancies

Warehouse knowledge

Dispatch processes

Document scanning

Meet deadlines

Organizational skills

Record-keeping

Stakeholder engagement

Health and safety awareness

SOP compliance

Analytical skills

Report interpretation

Teamwork

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Skills Required

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing shipment documentation and scanning activities.
• Ability to investigate and resolve shipment discrepancies and inventory variances.
• Basic understanding of warehouse, export, and dispatch processes.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet operational deadlines.
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and compliance requirements.
• Basic analytical skills and ability to interpret reports and shipment data.
• Good teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Awareness of health, safety, and housekeeping standards within a warehouse environment.