Logistics Operations Specialist

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & incentives

Hybrid work model

Health & wellness benefits

Growth & training opportunities

Dynamic, supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Logistics Operations Specialist to enhance transportation and supply chain efficiency in Durban. The role is hybrid, coordinating shipments and managing carrier relationships while optimizing processes and ensuring timely deliveries.

The successful candidate will work with on-site and remote teams, bring strong problem-solving skills, and adapt to a dynamic operational environment to maintain cost-effectiveness and smooth information flow.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation operations.
• Familiarity with TMS and WMS.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in both remote and office settings.
• Problem-solving aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shipping and receiving activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage relationships with logistics providers, negotiating contracts and monitoring performance.
• Optimize transportation routes and methods to reduce costs and delivery times.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, inventory, and logistics documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to transportation, warehousing, or delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and plan resource allocation.

Skills

Logistics operations

TMS/WMS familiarity

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Remote work

Problem solving

Tools

TMS

WMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Logistics Operations Specialist to enhance their transportation and supply chain efficiency in Durban . This hybrid role involves coordinating shipments, managing carrier relationships, and optimizing logistical processes. You will work closely with both on-site and remote teams to ensure the smooth flow of goods and information. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic operational environment. This position is crucial for maintaining cost-effectiveness and timely deliveries, contributing significantly to the company's operational success through a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shipping and receiving activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage relationships with logistics providers, negotiating contracts and monitoring performance.
• Optimize transportation routes and methods to reduce costs and delivery times.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, inventory, and logistics documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to transportation, warehousing, or delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and plan resource allocation.

Requirements

• Previous experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation operations.
• Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS) and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in both remote and office settings.
• Problem-solving aptitude and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment.