Logistics Coordinator

DHL; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company is seeking a Logistics Coordinator in Cape Town to manage import/export documentation and operations. Key responsibilities include optimizing service performance, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree and have less than 2 years of experience. Join a team that thrives on innovation and customer service.

Qualifications

• Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience Level: Less than 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Administer import/export plans and processes.
• Perform operational tasks adhering to regulations.
• Prepare calculations for duties and tariffs.

Skills

Customs

Trade Compliance

Customs Regulations

Customs Brokerage

Import Export

Microsoft Excel

Data Entry

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Join us at Hillebrand Gori – a company of DHL Global Forwarding

Are you passionate about shipping, beverages, innovation and exceptional customer service? Hillebrand Gori is the beer, wine, and spirits logistics powerhouse of the DHL Group. We go beyond moving containers, we connect people with products they love.

With a global reach across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and Middle East & Africa, we are one of the most renowned beverage logistics company in the world. Start your career with our amazing team! Learn more about us: https://www.hillebrandgori.com/

Hillebrand Gori is looking for a Logistics Coordinator in Stellenbosch, Cape Town, South Africa

Job Purpose:

Administer import/ export plans and processes to provide preparation and clearance of documentation through the relevant authorities and guide and advise customers on import/ export operations and regulations in line with business strategy and objectives, corporate guidelines and policies.

Key Tasks

• Administer import/ export plans and processes to optimize service and performance
• Perform transactional operational tasks related to import/ export in adherence to regulations and internal procedures
• Undertake import/ export entries and support operational activities as per internal procedures and latest local customs regulations
• Prepare calculations for duties, tariffs, price conversions, weight and volume of merchandise imported/ exported from/ to foreign destinations
• Draft, distributeand archive all required import/ export documents
• Check invoices and shipping documents to enhance accordance with federal regulations
• Verify entries to ensure customer requirements are met and suggest routine corrective actions in case of deviations
• Ensure export, import and gateway operations are as per business guidelines and compliant with set expectations
• Administer IT systems related tasks to provide updated information on shipment
• Cooperate with internal functions such as customer service, product, sales, etc.
• Connect with overseas office to check and verify shipment information
• Resolve recurring issues, and suggest enhancements for import/ export work methods focusing on increasing effectiveness and efficiency
• Explain facts, policies and practices related to job area
• Support and interact primarily with colleagues of own sub-function
• Develop a network of contacts to build up relationships and strengthen the organizational, product and market knowledge
• Individual contributor without direct responsibility for leading others

Skills:

Customs, Trade Compliance, Customs Regulations, Customs Brokerage, Customs Declaration, Import Export, Dangerous Goods Regulations, Sanction Countries, Customer Requirements, CRM, Classification, Bill Of Lading, Certificate Of Origin, Tracking, Third Party Logistics, Airlines, Authorities, Accuracy, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, Continuous Improvement, Workflow Automation, DHL Business Knowledge, Business Processes, Business Strategy, Market Research, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Influencing, Feedback, Presentation & Storytelling, Facilitation

Qualifications & Key Requirements:

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience/qualification

Experience Level

Less than 2 years