Regional Logistics Coordinator - Perishables

Placements24; Graafwater; Ibrido; ZAR 420.000 - 620.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical aid (family coverage)

Provident fund

Training & development

Hybrid role

Generous annual leave

Wellness programs

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Logistics Coordinator to oversee perishable goods transport across the Western Cape and beyond. You will coordinate daily logistics, manage carriers, and ensure timely, temperature-controlled deliveries while maintaining strong supplier and warehouse partnerships.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in logistics coordination, familiarity with HACCP, and proficiency with logistics software.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics coordination, with a strong focus on perishable goods or cold chain management.
• Proven experience in route planning, fleet management, and carrier negotiation.
• Solid understanding of inventory management principles and warehouse operations.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP) and temperature-controlled logistics.

Mansioni

• Coordinate and manage the daily logistics operations for perishable goods within the assigned region.
• Plan and optimize transportation routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries and minimize transit times.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate temperature controls throughout the transportation process for sensitive products.
• Liaise with carriers, drivers, and warehouse personnel to ensure smooth operations and resolve any logistical issues.
• Track shipments in real-time, providing updates to stakeholders and proactively addressing potential delays or disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations related to the transportation of perishable goods, including food safety standards.
• Manage inventory levels at distribution points, coordinating replenishment and stock rotation.
• Analyze logistics data to identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, delivery times, and transportation costs.
• Foster strong relationships with transportation partners to ensure reliable service delivery.

Conoscenze

Route planning

Fleet management

Carrier negotiation

Inventory management

Regulatory compliance

HACCP knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / SCM / Business Administration

Strumenti

Logistics management software

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the food distribution industry, is seeking a meticulous and proactive Regional Logistics Coordinator to manage and optimize the transportation of perishable goods across the Paarl, Western Cape region and beyond. This role is critical for ensuring the timely, safe, and efficient delivery of fresh produce and other sensitive items, maintaining product integrity from origin to destination. The coordinator will work closely with a network of suppliers, transportation providers, and distribution centers. This is an excellent opportunity for a logistics professional with experience in handling time-sensitive and temperature-controlled shipments to contribute to a vital supply chain in the heart of the Western Cape 's agricultural hub. You will be instrumental in minimizing spoilage and maximizing delivery success.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the daily logistics operations for perishable goods within the assigned region.
• Plan and optimize transportation routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries and minimize transit times.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate temperature controls throughout the transportation process for sensitive products.
• Liaise with carriers, drivers, and warehouse personnel to ensure smooth operations and resolve any logistical issues.
• Track shipments in real-time, providing updates to stakeholders and proactively addressing potential delays or disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations related to the transportation of perishable goods, including food safety standards.
• Manage inventory levels at distribution points, coordinating replenishment and stock rotation.
• Analyze logistics data to identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, delivery times, and transportation costs.
• Foster strong relationships with transportation partners to ensure reliable service delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics coordination, with a strong focus on perishable goods or cold chain management.
• Proven experience in route planning, fleet management, and carrier negotiation.
• Solid understanding of inventory management principles and warehouse operations.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP) and temperature-controlled logistics.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in logistics management software and standard office applications.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of the Western Cape transportation network is advantageous.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, along with opportunities for performance-based incentives. Employees receive comprehensive medical aid, including family coverage, and a provident fund contribution. Our client is committed to the professional growth of its employees, providing access to industry-specific training and development programs. This hybrid role offers flexibility for effective coordination. Join a dedicated team focused on excellence in food logistics within the vibrant Western Cape . This position comes with a generous annual leave allowance and access to wellness programs designed to support employee well-being. Contribute to a critical supply chain in a company that values reliability and efficiency.