Logistics Coordinator (Remote)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Fully remote work

Professional development

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Logistics Coordinator for a fully remote role. You will manage day-to-day movement of goods, coordinate with carriers, and ensure efficient delivery schedules from your home office.

Ideal candidates will track shipments, resolve issues, and maintain accurate records while liaising with internal teams and transportation partners in a dynamic, independent work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics coordination or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of shipping processes and carrier operations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track shipments, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Communicate with carriers, clients, and internal departments to manage schedules and resolve issues.
• Prepare and process shipping documents, including bills of lading and customs forms.
• Monitor freight costs and seek opportunities for cost optimization.
• Maintain records within the company's transportation management system.
• Identify and address potential delays or disruptions in the supply chain.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Remote work

Shipping processes

Carrier operations

Organizational skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Logistics software

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and communicative Logistics Coordinator to join their operations team in a fully remote capacity. This role is critical for managing the day-to-day movement of goods, coordinating with carriers, and ensuring efficient delivery schedules. You will be responsible for tracking shipments, resolving logistical challenges, and maintaining accurate records from your home office. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and possesses excellent communication skills necessary to liaise effectively with internal teams, customers, and transportation partners. This fully remote position is perfect for an individual who thrives in a dynamic, independent work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track shipments, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of goods.
• Communicate with carriers, clients, and internal departments to manage schedules and resolve issues.
• Prepare and process necessary shipping documentation, including bills of lading and customs forms.
• Monitor freight costs and seek opportunities for cost optimization.
• Maintain up-to-date records of all logistical activities within the company's transportation management system .
• Proactively identify and address potential delays or disruptions in the supply chain.

Requirements

• Proven experience in logistics coordination or a similar role, preferably in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of shipping processes, carrier operations, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite .
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Fully remote work setup with flexibility in scheduling.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative team culture that values individual contribution.