SENIOR LOGISTICS COORDINATOR (Fruit Export)

Our client is one of South Africa's biggest partners across the diverse fresh produce sector. From their head-office in Wellington, they connect fruit producers to retailers in South Africa and abroad. We are recruiting for their Senior Logistics Manager to lead the shipping which is tailored to clients' individual needs.

POSITION INFO: QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an export logistics coordinator within the fresh fruit industry
• Required to have experience with global markets
• Computer skills a necessity, especially Microsoft Excel
• Proven experience in working closely with shipping lines and negotiating rates is required

CHARACTERISTICS

• Attention to detail is vital
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work organized and meticulously
• Strong personality
• Able to lead and train other team members
• Team player
• Ability to plan accurately and on short notice

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Coordinate sea freight outbound logistics on all trades
• Manage third-party service providers’ outputs, i.e., Freight Forwarders, Transporters
• Build relationships directly with shipping lines and negotiate rates
• Transport coordination, loading, and off-loading nationally of produce for exports
• Be available 24/7 on-call for transport queries and coordination decisions that need to be made
• Arrange inspections as needed
• Manage and interact professionally with clients on logistics matters
• Manage marine insurance claim process
• Administration handling of the export process, related documents, and the filing thereof
• System management (Microsoft Business Central):
• Data capturing (intakes and stock for loadouts)
• Processing of mates and electronic data
• Generating of Logistical Documentation (e.g., Vessel Manifests, Invoices, Addendums)
• Liaising with third parties regarding electronic data/queries
• Ensure accompanying documentation for export is in order
• Manage cost chain in logistics for the Commercial teams
• Ensure all VGM certificates and agreements are in place and up to date
• Ensure PPECB billing letters are completed in a timely manner
• Pre-season logistical planning for all commodities, including forecasts and documentation requirements
• Assist Commercial team with contract negotiations and getting SLA in place with third-party service providers (specifically Cold Store rates)

Please email with the reference number FRULOG