Logistics Consultant (Transport Broker)

Juanie Nel; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare is looking for a Logistics Consultant (Transport Broker) in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The ideal candidate should have 2 to 4 years of experience in the transport industry and a relevant qualification. Key responsibilities include building and maintaining client relationships, negotiating contracts and rates, and managing volume allocations. Experience in the agricultural industry is advantageous. This role offers a dynamic work environment within a respected transport services provider.

Qualifications

• 2 – 4 years’ experience in a similar role within the transport industry.
• Experience in the agricultural industry will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients.
• Negotiate new contracts and transport rates.
• Manage allocated volumes and analyze market trends.
• Keep track of daily and monthly budgets.

Skills

Client relationship building

Contract negotiation

Market analysis

Education

Relevant qualification (degree or diploma)

Job description

My client, a well established transport services provider is seeking to employ a Logistics Consultant (Transport Broker) to join their dynamic team.

The suitable candidate should have at least 2 – 4 years’ experience in a similar role within the transport industry and a relevant tertiary qualification.

The purpose of this position is to add new clients and transporters to existing book and also maintain current client base. Experience in the agricultural industry will be beneficial.

Experience and Qualification

• Minimum 2 – 4 years’ experience in a similar role within the transport industry
• Relevant qualification (degree or diploma)
• Experience in the agricultural industry will be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients, including regular visits.
• Negotiating new contracts.
• Negotiate transport rates with clients and transporters.
• Manage volumes allocated to the company.
• Understand the running cost of a vehicle to determine CPK’s.
• Analyse commodity trends and adapt to market fluctuations.
• Keep track of the daily and monthly budgets.
• Adding new clients and transporters to existing book.