Logistics Coordinator - International Trade

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

International travel opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Logistics Coordinator with expertise in international trade to manage global shipping and customs documentation. This hybrid role requires coordinating air, sea, and land freight while ensuring regulatory compliance and timely updates to clients and stakeholders.

You will liaise with carriers, freight forwarders, and brokers, track shipments, and resolve issues to optimize transit times and costs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Logistics Coordinator, with a focus on international trade.
• Solid understanding of customs procedures, import/export regulations, and international shipping terms.
• Proficiency in using logistics software and global trade management systems.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, managing tasks remotely and in-office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international shipments, including air, sea, and land freight.
• Manage customs documentation and ensure compliance with import/export regulations.
• Liaise with international carriers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Track shipments and provide timely updates to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Resolve any issues related to international transit, customs delays, or documentation errors.
• Optimize international logistics processes for cost-effectiveness and efficiency.

Skills

International trade logistics

Communication skills

Negotiation

Organization

Tools

Logistics software

Global trade management systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Logistics Coordinator with expertise in international trade to join their dynamic team in Nelspruit . This hybrid role involves managing the complexities of global shipping, including customs clearance, import/export documentation, and international freight. You will ensure that goods move efficiently across borders, adhering to all regulations and optimizing transit times and costs. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of international logistics, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate the intricacies of global supply chains.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate international shipments, including air, sea, and land freight.
• Manage customs documentation and ensure compliance with import/export regulations.
• Liaise with international carriers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Track shipments and provide timely updates to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Resolve any issues related to international transit, customs delays, or documentation errors.
• Optimize international logistics processes for cost-effectiveness and efficiency.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Logistics Coordinator , with a focus on international trade.
• Solid understanding of customs procedures, import/export regulations, and international shipping terms.
• Proficiency in using logistics software and global trade management systems.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, managing tasks remotely and in-office.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for international travel and professional development.
• Exposure to global logistics operations and practices.