LOGISTICS ASSISTANTS

Kabstrading Co; Durban; On-site; ZAR 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Kabstrading Co in Durban is seeking a Logistics Assistant to support daily shipping operations and administrative tasks. You will coordinate shipments, maintain records, and prepare paperwork to keep deliveries on time.

Ideal candidates have basic logistics knowledge, MS Office proficiency (Excel and Word), strong organization, and clear communication skills to collaborate with carriers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Logistics Assistant or in an administrative support role is preferred.
• Good understanding of basic logistics and shipping procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating domestic and international shipments.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, inventory, and logistics documentation.
• Process shipping orders and prepare necessary paperwork.
• Communicate with carriers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure timely delivery.
• Provide administrative support to the logistics manager and team.
• Help resolve basic logistics issues and elevate complex problems as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating domestic and international shipments.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, inventory, and logistics documentation.
• Process shipping orders and prepare necessary paperwork.
• Communicate with carriers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure timely delivery.
• Provide administrative support to the logistics manager and team.
• Help resolve basic logistics issues and elevate complex problems as needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Logistics Assistant or in an administrative support role is preferred.
• Good understanding of basic logistics and shipping procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.