Logistics Co-Ordinator

ASBIS; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive workplace culture

Job summary

ASBIS is looking for a Logistics Coordinator in South Africa responsible for optimising inbound and freight logistics flows. The role involves ensuring compliant and cost-efficient movement of goods while protecting inventory integrity.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, have over 2 years of experience in logistics, and be fluent in English. The position offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Over 2 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Logistics.
• Knowledge of SARS Tariffs is advantageous.
• Experience in FMCG preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound shipments across air, sea, and road.
• Ensure compliance with customs and regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendor return authorisations and coordinate repairs.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Logistics

Fluent in English (B2 level)

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems (Exact, SAP)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Details: Own and optimise all inbound and freight logistics flows across ASBIS, ensuring compliant, cost-efficient, and traceable movement of goods from suppliers to the warehouse and from customers back into the business, protecting inventory integrity, OEM compliance, cash flow, and service levels.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is preferred
• Over 2 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Logistics is required
• SARS Tariffs knowledge is advantageous
• FMCG Experience Preferred
• Fluency in English (B2 level) is mandatory
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Experience with ERP systems such as Exact, SAP, or similar is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve logistics challenges
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and ensure timely execution
• Adaptability and flexibility to handle changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Responsibilities

1. Inbound Freight Coordination and Control
   • Coordinate international and local inbound shipments across air, sea, and road
   • Ensure accurate shipment receipt, booking, and dock scheduling
   • Control inbound lead times, cost, and service performance
2. Import, Customs & Compliance Control
   • Ensure compliance with customs, trade, and regulatory requirements
   • Coordinate HS classification, valuation, Incoterms, and import documentation
   • Manage bonded warehouse and deferred duty processes where applicable
   • Minimise customs delays, penalties, and compliance risk
3. OEM & Vendor Returns - Warranty Manager execution
   • Manage vendor return authorisations and SLA adherence
   • Coordinate cross-border return shipments to OEM repair centres
   • Ensure compliance with OEM return policies and serial traceability
   • Recover value from defective or excess inventory
4. Cross-Functional Alignment
   • Align with Planning, Sales, Customer Logistics, Finance, and Warehouse
   • Provide inbound and reverse visibility to commercial and service teams
   • Drive corrective actions on systemic supplier, FF, or process failures

About the company and how to apply

We are proud of being one of the certified companies by Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, as we believe that our true asset is people. ASBIS invests a lot to create a workplace where every employee has a place for professional growth, and appropriate support to unlock their potential and build a future with the Company.

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