Port Elizabeth Logistics Coordinator - Hub Ops & Growth

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Port Elizabeth location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Logistics Coordinator for our Port Elizabeth hub in the Eastern Cape. The role focuses on coordinating daily transportation, warehousing activities, and timely deliveries while working with carriers, warehouse staff, and internal teams to resolve issues.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in logistics, strong organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with TMS and MS Office. This position offers a dynamic work environment in Port Elizabeth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a certificate or diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain coordination.
• Familiarity with warehousing and transportation operations and MS Office; knowledge of TMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transportation activities, including scheduling pickups and deliveries with carriers.
• Track shipments from origin to destination with real-time status updates.
• Work with warehouse personnel to ensure receiving, storage, and dispatch of goods.
• Communicate with drivers and carriers to resolve delays or issues.
• Maintain records of logistics activities, including shipment details, times, and costs.
• Assist in optimizing routes and processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Prepare reports on logistics performance, including delivery times and carrier performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and transportation regulations.
• Handle customer inquiries related to shipment status and delivery.
• Support the logistics team in various operational tasks as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

TMS software

Education

High school diploma

Logistics diploma

Tools

MS Excel

TMS software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Logistics Coordinator for our Port Elizabeth hub in the Eastern Cape. The role focuses on coordinating daily transportation, warehousing activities, and timely deliveries while working with carriers, warehouse staff, and internal teams to resolve issues.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in logistics, strong organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with TMS and MS Office. This position offers a dynamic work environment in Port Elizabeth.