Senior Wine Logistics Lead – Global Shipments & Perishables

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic wine-brand environment

Winelands location with international

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Logistics Coordinator for a prestigious Stellenbosch winery, responsible for managing global supply chains and perishable wine shipments. You will optimize routes, ensure compliance with export/import rules, and maintain product integrity across all warehouses and carriers.

Based in Stellenbosch with some flexibility for remote work, you will coordinate with shippers, brokers, and internal teams to meet demanding timelines and quality standards in a dynamic wine

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in logistics coordination, preferably in wine/beverage industry.
• Experience managing international shipments, customs clearance, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all domestic and international shipments of wine, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Manage relationships with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Oversee inventory management within warehouses, ensuring accuracy and product integrity.
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, duties, and tariffs related to wine.
• Plan and execute logistics for events, tastings, and promotions.
• Monitor shipment status and address delays or issues.
• Negotiate rates with logistics providers to optimize costs.
• Maintain logistics records and prepare documentation.
• Collaborate with sales and production teams to align logistics with demand and supply.
• Implement improvements to logistics processes for greater efficiency and reduced risk.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

MS Office Suite

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Logistics Coordinator for a prestigious Stellenbosch winery, responsible for managing global supply chains and perishable wine shipments. You will optimize routes, ensure compliance with export/import rules, and maintain product integrity across all warehouses and carriers.

Based in Stellenbosch with some flexibility for remote work, you will coordinate with shippers, brokers, and internal teams to meet demanding timelines and quality standards in a dynamic wine