Logistics Clerk

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Stable and supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized Logistics Clerk to join their team in East London. The role focuses on supporting logistics operations by handling administrative tasks, processing shipping documents, and coordinating with internal departments and external partners.

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word, is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Clerk or in an administrative role, preferably within logistics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and organize shipping and receiving documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with drivers and carriers for pickup and delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, shipments, and delivery status.
• Assist in tracking shipments and resolving any transit issues or delays.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments (e.g., sales, warehouse) and external vendors.
• Perform data entry and update logistics information systems.

Skills

Excel

Word

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Logistics terminology

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and diligent Logistics Clerk to join their team in East London . This role is fundamental in supporting the smooth execution of logistical operations by managing administrative tasks, processing shipping documents, and coordinating communications between different departments and external partners. You will play a key role in ensuring that all logistics processes are handled efficiently and accurately, contributing to client satisfaction and operational smoothness. The ideal candidate possesses strong administrative skills and a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and organize shipping and receiving documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with drivers and carriers for pickup and delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, shipments, and delivery status.
• Assist in tracking shipments and resolving any transit issues or delays.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments (e.g., sales, warehouse) and external vendors.
• Perform data entry and update logistics information systems.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Clerk or in an administrative role, preferably within logistics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a busy environment.
• Familiarity with logistics terminology and basic supply chain principles is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunity to work within the logistics sector in East London .
• Medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A stable and supportive work environment.