Remote Logistics Specialist: Boost OnTime Delivery

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Home office stipend

Remote training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Logistics Coordinator to support a distributed team from Cape Town. The role focuses on coordinating shipments, liaising with carriers, and resolving logistical issues to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

Ideal candidates are proactive, possess strong communication skills, and can work independently in a remote environment, ensuring smooth supply chain operations across regions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Logistics Coordinator or similar role.
• Familiarity with logistics software and tracking systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills for multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track shipments across regions with timely pickups and deliveries.
• Communicate with carriers, suppliers, and customers to provide updates and resolve issues.
• Maintain records of shipments, expenses, and delivery times in logistics software.
• Develop strategies to optimize routes and reduce transport costs.
• Prepare bills of lading and customs documents as needed.
• Monitor KPIs and report on logistics performance.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Communication

Time management

Negotiation

Remote work

Education

Diploma in logistics

Degree in supply chain management

Tools

TMS (Transportation Management System)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Logistics Coordinator to support a distributed team from Cape Town. The role focuses on coordinating shipments, liaising with carriers, and resolving logistical issues to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

Ideal candidates are proactive, possess strong communication skills, and can work independently in a remote environment, ensuring smooth supply chain operations across regions.