Logistics Coordinator

Frank Consult; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable logistics firm is looking for a Senior Logistics Coordinator in Somerset West. This role involves leading logistics operations in bulk agricultural commodities, with responsibilities including relationship management, contract negotiations, and operational reporting. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in logistics coordination and strong commercial skills. The firm offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in logistics processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in logistics coordination, preferably with bulk agricultural commodities.
• Availability for after-hours support is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics operations across bulk agricultural commodity loads.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with transporters and customers.
• Negotiate transport pricing and manage contracts.
• Oversee scheduling and execution of transport loads.
• Monitor trucks in real time and manage communication.
• Ensure proper documentation flow and manage invoices.
• Resolve escalated client and supplier queries.
• Provide operational reporting to management.

Skills

Strong commercial and negotiation skills

Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Strong attention to detail

Advanced MS Office skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Overview

Our client, a well-established, trusted, and highly successful corporate commodity trading company specialising in international physical deliveries, is offering a permanent position for a Senior Logistics Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Lead logistics operations across bulk agricultural commodity loads, ensuring compliance with transport contracts and company policies.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with transporters, suppliers, and customers to secure capacity and service quality.

• Negotiate transport pricing and manage contracts to optimise cost and efficiency.

• Oversee the scheduling, allocation, and execution of transport loads, including stock delivery planning and weekly loading schedules.

• Monitor trucks in real-time, manage ETAs, and proactively communicate updates to counterparties.

• Ensure proper documentation flow: load confirmations, POD collection, and accurate data capturing on systems.

• Manage supplier and transporter invoices, ensuring correct allocation and reconciliations.

• Resolve escalated client, transport, and supplier queries, maintaining 24/7 availability when required.

• Provide accurate operational reporting to management, including competitor and market intelligence.

• Drive continuous improvement in logistics processes, systems, and service delivery.

Qualifications / Experience / Skills

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent.

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in logistics coordination, with a proven track record in bulk agricultural commodities highly beneficial.

• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with an understanding of agricultural transport markets.

• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.

• Problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure.

• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

• High level of professionalism and customer service orientation.

• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Availability for after-hours problem-solving and operational support.