Logistics Coordinator - FMCG

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 357,000 - 580,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Exposure to logistics operations

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto seeks a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to manage inbound and outbound FMCG shipments, coordinate transport, and liaise with carriers to optimize delivery performance.

You will track progress, maintain records, and support cost-efficient routing in a fast-paced supply chain environment, with a hybrid work setup in the Gauteng region.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG logistics or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of shipping procedures and transportation regulations.
• Proficient in logistics software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule inbound and outbound logistics activities, ensuring timely deliveries.
• Liaise with shipping lines, trucking companies, and other transportation providers to arrange freight.
• Track shipments, monitor delivery progress, and resolve logistical issues.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, inventory, and delivery times.
• Assist in optimizing transportation routes and costs while maintaining service levels.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Logistics software

Microsoft Office

Tools

Logistics software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Logistics Coordinator to join their team in Soweto . This role is essential for ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of FMCG products from manufacturing to consumers. You will be responsible for coordinating shipments, managing transportation schedules, and liaising with carriers to optimize delivery performance and minimize costs. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in logistics and supply chain management within a fast-paced industry, contributing to our operational success in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule inbound and outbound logistics activities, ensuring timely deliveries.
• Liaise with shipping lines, trucking companies, and other transportation providers to arrange freight.
• Track shipments, monitor delivery progress, and resolve any logistical issues that may arise.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, inventory, and delivery times.
• Assist in optimizing transportation routes and costs while maintaining service levels.

Requirements

• Experience as a Logistics Coordinator or in a similar role, preferably in FMCG.
• Strong understanding of logistics processes, shipping procedures, and transportation regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic FMCG company.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility for employees in the Soweto area.
• Exposure to various aspects of logistics and supply chain operations.
• A supportive team environment focused on efficiency and collaboration.