Shipping And Logistics Coordinator

Permanent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

Shipping and Logistics Coordinator based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, is responsible for coordinating international supplier orders from placement through shipment, maintaining trackers, and liaising with freight, shipping and clearing partners.

Travel to East Africa for initial 2–3 months and ongoing collaboration with Commercial, Finance, Operations and Logistics teams to manage documentation, lead times and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, business administration, commerce or related field.
• Experience in international procurement, supply chain, logistics, imports/exports or supplier coordination.
• Experience working with international suppliers or manufacturers.
• Good understanding of purchasing and supplier order processes.
• Exposure to import/export documentation and customs requirements.
• Knowledge of Incoterms would be advantageous.
• Ocean freight experience is advantageous but not essential – training provided.
• Experience with chemicals, dangerous goods, mining, industrial products or regulated cargo is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international supplier orders from placement through shipment.
• Obtain and review supplier confirmations and proforma invoices.
• Maintain accurate order and shipment trackers and monitor delivery timelines.
• Liaise with international suppliers regarding availability, production, lead times and shipment readiness.
• Coordinate inbound international shipments through to destination port.
• Monitor vessel schedules, shipping milestones and expected arrival dates.
• Liaise with freight, shipping and clearing partners.
• Ensure shipping, supplier and import documentation is accurate and complete.
• Identify and resolve documentation discrepancies and potential delays.
• Work closely with Commercial, Finance, Operations and Logistics teams.
• Provide regular order and shipment updates to management.
• Support supplier onboarding and relationship management.
• Develop and improve processes for order and shipment tracking.
• Proactively identify supply chain risks and implement solutions.

Skills

Procurement

Logistics

Ocean freight

Incoterms

Supply chain

Documentation

Supplier coordination

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Commerce or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

• Coordinate international supplier orders from placement through to shipment.
• Obtain and review supplier confirmations and proforma invoices.
• Maintain accurate order and shipment trackers and monitor delivery timelines.
• Liaise with international suppliers regarding availability, production, lead times and shipment readiness.
• Coordinate inbound international shipments through to the destination port.
• Monitor vessel schedules, shipping milestones and expected arrival dates.
• Liaise with freight, shipping and clearing partners.
• Ensure shipping, supplier and import documentation is accurate and complete.
• Identify and resolve documentation discrepancies and potential delays.
• Work closely with Commercial, Finance, Operations and Logistics teams.
• Provide regular order and shipment updates to management.
• Support supplier onboarding and relationship management.
• Develop and improve processes for order and shipment tracking.
• Proactively identify supply chain risks and implement solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Commerce or a related field.
• Experience in international procurement, supply chain, logistics, imports/exports or supplier coordination.
• Experience working with international suppliers or manufacturers.
• Good understanding of purchasing and supplier order processes.
• Exposure to import/export documentation and customs requirements.
• Knowledge of Incoterms would be advantageous.
• Ocean freight experience is advantageous but not essential – training will be provided.
• Experience with chemicals, dangerous goods, mining, industrial products or regulated cargo will be highly advantageous.
• Strong computer literacy and excellent administrative skills.

International Exposure

The successful candidate will work with suppliers across China, India, Europe, the United States, South Africa, Sri Lanka and the Philippines.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Accountable, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong at follow-up, coordination and problem-solving.
• Commercially aware and technically minded.
• Confident dealing with international suppliers.
• Comfortable managing multiple orders and shipments simultaneously.
• Proactive in identifying and escalating risks.
• Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Interested in long-term career development and taking on greater responsibility.

Travel

The position is based in Johannesburg with regular visits to satellite sites. The successful candidate may initially be required to spend approximately 2–3 months in East Africa.

Shipping and Logistics Coordinator Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA