Logistics & Shipping Coordinator | Import/Export Specialist

Phakisa Holdings; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Phakisa Holdings in Johannesburg's Heidelberg Suburbs is seeking a detail-oriented logistics professional with shipping experience to join a dynamic team. You will manage container stock preparations, supplier invoicing, export/import documentation, stock transfers, and daily liaison with stock controllers, couriers, warehouse, and branches to ensure timely deliveries.

The role requires fluency in Afrikaans and English, strong numeracy, problem-solving, leadership, and the ability to work under

Qualifications

• Shipping and logistics experience essential.
• Strong numeracy and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English; leadership capabilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preperation of container stock with suppliers.
• Updates on supplier invoices and documentation.
• Reconcile and validate supplier orders.
• Completion of import and export documentation.
• Stock transfers and daily liaison with stock controllers.
• Updates to branches on container deliveries and transfers.
• Booking of container loadings and creation of shipping cost sheets.
• Work with GRNs, couriers, and warehouse controllers daily.
• Monitor delivery dates and manage foreign currency conversions.

Skills

Shipping & logistics experience

Analytical skills & maths

Profitability management

Stock management knowledge

Communication & client relationships

Leadership & teamwork

Problem-solving & creativity

Stress management & deadlines

MS Office proficiency

Fluent Afrikaans & English

Valid driver’s licence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Phakisa Holdings in Johannesburg's Heidelberg Suburbs is seeking a detail-oriented logistics professional with shipping experience to join a dynamic team. You will manage container stock preparations, supplier invoicing, export/import documentation, stock transfers, and daily liaison with stock controllers, couriers, warehouse, and branches to ensure timely deliveries.

The role requires fluency in Afrikaans and English, strong numeracy, problem-solving, leadership, and the ability to work under