Logistics Coordinator - Fleet Management

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to manage fleet operations and optimize delivery schedules. You will coordinate drivers, monitor performance, and maintain fleet records, ensuring efficient movement of goods and timely updates to stakeholders.

This role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to work under pressure, and proficiency with logistics software; a hybrid work arrangement is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, fleet management, or a related field.
• Familiarity with logistics software and tracking systems.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and best practices is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dispatch of vehicles and drivers to optimize routes and delivery times.
• Monitor fleet performance, including fuel consumption, maintenance schedules, and driver compliance.
• Utilize logistics software to track shipments, manage inventory, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients to address delivery inquiries and resolve any logistical issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of fleet maintenance, driver logs, and delivery documentation.
• Implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and reduce transportation costs.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Fleet management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to manage fleet operations and optimize delivery schedules in Centurion, Gauteng . You will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient movement of goods, coordinating with drivers, tracking shipments, and maintaining fleet records. This position requires strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving within a dynamic logistics environment, supporting the company's commitment to reliable and cost-effective transportation solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dispatch of vehicles and drivers to optimize routes and delivery times.
• Monitor fleet performance, including fuel consumption, maintenance schedules, and driver compliance.
• Utilize logistics software to track shipments, manage inventory, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients to address delivery inquiries and resolve any logistical issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of fleet maintenance, driver logs, and delivery documentation.
• Implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and reduce transportation costs.

Requirements

• Proven experience in logistics, fleet management, or a related field.
• Familiarity with logistics software and tracking systems.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and best practices is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in logistics management.
• A dynamic and collaborative workplace culture.