Logistics Coordinator

Gijima Hr; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics management company in South Africa is seeking a qualified individual to oversee inventory management and distribution processes. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in logistics and stock control. Responsibilities include conducting regular stock takes, managing the repair cycle for inventory, and maintaining effective vendor relationships. A Grade 12 qualification is required, and advantageous qualifications include an NQF 4 in Logistics or related fields. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and optimizing costs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 – 5 years experience in logistics, stock control, or warehouse management.
• Drivers license with reliable transport is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular stock takes and maintain accurate records.
• Manage the repair cycle of inventory and ensure warranty parts are returned.
• Plan material requirements and oversee distribution.
• Generate stock reports and ensure effective communication.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with vendors.
• Comply with policies, ensuring neatness and safety within the warehouse.

Skills

Inventory Management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Client Centricity

Communication skills

Knowledge sharing

Education

Grade 12

Qualification (NQF 4) in Logistics / Stock Control / Store Keeping / Warehouse Management (advantageous)

Job description

Formal Education

• Grade 12
• Qualification (NQF 4) in Logistics / Stock Control / Store Keeping / Warehouse Management (advantageous)

Experience

• Minimum 2 – 5 years experience in logistics / stock control / store keeping / warehouse management

Technical / Legal Certification

• Drivers license with reliable transport (advantageous)

Responsibilities

Inventory Management: Conduct regular stock takes.

Maintain accurate records of backup and consignment stock.

Manage the repair cycle of inventory.

Ensure warranty parts are returned to OEM within the required timeframe.

Material and Distribution Planning: Plan material requirements (MRP).

Oversee the distribution and delivery of stock to internal and external clients.

Route quotes for appropriate authority for approval.

Track SAP open requests through to completion and closure.

Cost and Efficiency Optimisation: Reduce operational expenses.

Report and Communication: Generate general and comparative stock reports.

Send accurate communication, including ETAs, escalations, and risk notifications.

Relationship Management: Build and maintain effective relationships with vendors and all stakeholders.

General warehouse keeping: Comply to set policies, processes and contractual agreements.

Ensure that the neatness and general tidiness of warehouse(s) and store(s) are maintained continuously.

Ensure that all backup equipment is stored, packaged and handled according to the current National Logistics Standard and relevant policy.

Continuously ensure that all health and safety requirements within the warehouse or store environment are not only met but also adhered to.

Key Competencies

• Ability to receive, log, validate completeness and practicality of PO's, spares issued, goods receipts, stock order transfers and purchase requests
• Teamwork
• Problem solving
• Client Centricity
• Communicating information
• Learning and development
• Talent database: Ensure CV updated and remains current on Execute personal development (plan) : participate in activities as described in the skills needs analysis Knowledge sharing: Participate in opportunities for knowledge sharing within the team and relevant communities of practice (COPs)