Timber Market & Logistics Coordinator

TWK Agri; Piet Retief; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

TWK Agri in Piet Retief, Mpumalanga, seeks a Timber Marketer to drive timber marketing activities, support suppliers and agents, coordinate orders and deliveries, and identify new business opportunities.

The role combines market development, operational coordination and field-based engagement, with emphasis on pricing, compliance and timely reporting to strengthen customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 is required.
• Relevant Diploma or Degree in Forestry, Agriculture, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ administrative experience within forestry, timber, agricultural or supply chain environment.
• Experience with pricing, delivery coordination, contractor deductions, invoicing and supplier payments.
• Knowledge of COC, certification processes, DDS, EUDR or related compliance systems (advantageous).
• Strong reporting and record management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier, landowner, contractor, market and related operational records.
• Provide administrative and operational support.
• Administer and maintain Chain of Custody (COC), Due Diligence System (DDS), EUDR and certification-related information.
• Compile and manage supplier, contractor, market, and sub-agent agreements with current documents.
• Prepare and maintain supplier tracking reports and control lists.
• Coordinate creation and maintenance of supplier, contractor, and market records with required docs.
• Support audits by maintaining records and assisting with preparation and follow-up actions.
• Manage CAR reports, IMS updates, and system-related changes.
• Capture meeting minutes and correspondence to support activities.
• Manage timber pricing and price adjustments for suppliers, farmers and agents.
• Coordinate supplier tickets and weighbridge documentation; follow up on tickets.
• Plan monthly volume requirements and schedule deliveries.
• Grow local and export market opportunities and maintain customer relationships.
• Support suppliers, agents and farmers with inquiries, remittances and onboarding documents.
• Verify deductions and invoicing information; resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly tracking, forecasting and management updates.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Team player

Independent worker

Willing to travel

Bilingual English-Afrikaans

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Diploma or Degree in Forestry/ Agriculture/ Business Admin/ Logistics/ Supply Chain Management/ Commerce

Tools

MS Office

AS400

ERP systems

Job description

TWK Agri in Piet Retief, Mpumalanga, seeks a Timber Marketer to drive timber marketing activities, support suppliers and agents, coordinate orders and deliveries, and identify new business opportunities.

The role combines market development, operational coordination and field-based engagement, with emphasis on pricing, compliance and timely reporting to strengthen customer relationships.