Logistics Coordinator - Shipping

Samancor Chrome Ltd.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Samancor Chrome Ltd. in Johannesburg seeks a Logistics Coordinator Shipping to manage international supplier orders from placement to shipment, with travel to satellite sites.

You will coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, maintain trackers, review supplier confirmations and invoices, and ensure documentation accuracy across regions. The role requires monitoring vessel schedules, communicating with freight and clearing partners, and collaborating with Commercial, Finance, Operations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, business or related field.
• Experience with international procurement and supplier coordination.
• Exposure to import/export docs and customs requirements.
• Strong administrative and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international supplier orders from placement through shipment.
• Review supplier confirmations and proforma invoices.
• Maintain order and shipment trackers and monitor delivery timelines.
• Liaise with international suppliers on availability, production, lead times and shipment readiness.
• Coordinate inbound international shipments to the destination port.
• Monitor vessel schedules and expected arrival dates.
• Ensure shipping, supplier and import documentation is accurate.
• Identify discrepancies and potential delays.
• Work with Commercial, Finance, Operations and Logistics teams.
• Provide regular order and shipment updates to management.
• Support supplier onboarding and relationship management.
• Develop and improve processes for order and shipment tracking.
• Proactively identify supply chain risks and implement solutions.

Skills

Highly organised

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Problem-solving

Coordination

Supplier coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Commerce or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

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• Coordinate international supplier orders from placement through to shipment.
• Obtain and review supplier confirmations and proforma invoices.
• Maintain accurate order and shipment trackers and monitor delivery timelines.
• Liaise with international suppliers regarding availability, production, lead times and shipment readiness.
• Coordinate inbound international shipments through to the destination port.
• Monitor vessel schedules, shipping milestones and expected arrival dates.
• Liaise with freight, shipping and clearing partners.
• Ensure shipping, supplier and import documentation is accurate and complete.
• Identify and resolve documentation discrepancies and potential delays.
• Work closely with Commercial, Finance, Operations and Logistics teams.
• Provide regular order and shipment updates to management.
• Support supplier onboarding and relationship management.
• Develop and improve processes for order and shipment tracking.
• Proactively identify supply chain risks and implement solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate international supplier orders from placement through to shipment.
• Obtain and review supplier confirmations and proforma invoices.
• Maintain accurate order and shipment trackers and monitor delivery timelines.
• Liaise with international suppliers regarding availability, production, lead times and shipment readiness.
• Coordinate inbound international shipments through to the destination port.
• Monitor vessel schedules, shipping milestones and expected arrival dates.
• Liaise with freight, shipping and clearing partners.
• Ensure shipping, supplier and import documentation is accurate and complete.
• Identify and resolve documentation discrepancies and potential delays.
• Work closely with Commercial, Finance, Operations and Logistics teams.
• Provide regular order and shipment updates to management.
• Support supplier onboarding and relationship management.
• Develop and improve processes for order and shipment tracking.
• Proactively identify supply chain risks and implement solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Commerce or a related field.
• Experience in international procurement, supply chain, logistics, imports/exports or supplier coordination.
• Experience working with international suppliers or manufacturers.
• Good understanding of purchasing and supplier order processes.
• Exposure to import/export documentation and customs requirements.
• Knowledge of Incoterms would be advantageous.
• Ocean freight experience is advantageous but not essential training will be provided.
• Experience with chemicals, dangerous goods, mining, industrial products or regulated cargo will be highly advantageous.
• Strong computer literacy and excellent administrative skills.

International Exposure The successful candidate will work with suppliers across China, India, Europe, the United States, South Africa, Sri Lanka and the Philippines. Candidate Profile We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Accountable, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong at follow-up, coordination and problem-solving.
• Commercially aware and technically minded.
• Confident dealing with international suppliers.
• Comfortable managing multiple orders and shipments simultaneously.
• Proactive in identifying and escalating risks.
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Interested in long-term career development and taking on greater responsibility.

Travel The position is based in Johannesburg with regular visits to satellite sites. The successful candidate may initially be required to spend approximately 2-3 months in East Africa.