Senior Fruit Export Logistics Lead

Dutoit Agri; Ceres; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Dutoit Agri in Ceres is seeking an Export Logistics Manager to lead the operational execution of our export logistics programme. You will translate the marketing programme into an actionable shipping plan, coordinating every stage from booking to shipment close-out, including cold-chain coordination.

This role requires 3–5 years’ experience in fresh-fruit export logistics, strong organizational skills, and the ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders while ensuring accuracy and on-time

Qualifications

• Grade 12; diploma/degree in logistics or related field strengthens application.
• 3–5 years' experience in fresh-fruit export logistics.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated export shipment plans by aligning marketing programmes, fruit availability, packing schedules, cold storage capacity, container availability and shipping schedules.
• Coordinate export bookings with shipping lines and forwarding agents.
• Manage container availability, loading schedules, transport arrangements, port deliveries and vessel cut-off times.
• Coordinate cold-chain requirements and ensure compliance with quality and temperature requirements.
• Oversee the export documentation process and ensure timely preparation and release of documents.
• Monitor logistics expenditure and minimise storage, demurrage, detention and cancellations.
• Maintain shipment tracking and timely communication of progress and disruptions to stakeholders.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Stakeholder liaison

Problem solving under pressure

Effective communication

Education

Grade 12

Diploma or Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain Management/Business Administration

Job description

Dutoit Agri in Ceres is seeking an Export Logistics Manager to lead the operational execution of our export logistics programme. You will translate the marketing programme into an actionable shipping plan, coordinating every stage from booking to shipment close-out, including cold-chain coordination.

This role requires 3–5 years’ experience in fresh-fruit export logistics, strong organizational skills, and the ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders while ensuring accuracy and on-time