Wine Logistics Lead: Global Export & Supply Chain

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Product discounts

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Logistics Planner with wine-industry expertise to manage end-to-end logistics from cellar to international and domestic markets.

You will coordinate warehousing, transportation, documentation, and export compliance, while collaborating with production, sales and export teams to ensure accurate demand forecasting and timely order fulfillment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in logistics planning; wine/beverage sector a significant advantage.
• Strong understanding of international shipping procedures, Incoterms, and export documentation requirements.
• Knowledge of regulations governing export of alcoholic beverages.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage end-to-end logistics for wine shipments including export and domestic distribution.
• Coordinate with production, sales and export teams to ensure demand forecasting and on-time orders.
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, shipping lines and transport providers for cost-effective, reliable service.
• Prepare export documentation including customs declarations, certificates of origin and phytosanitary certificates.
• Ensure compliance with international and domestic wine and spirits transport regulations.
• Monitor shipments and address delays or issues to minimize disruption.
• Oversee warehouse operations for wine storage including temperature control and stock rotation.
• Optimize transportation routes and modes for cost efficiency and timely delivery.
• Analyze logistics costs and identify efficiency improvements.

Skills

Logistics planning

Incoterms

Export documentation

Excel

Negotiation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Logistics Planner with wine-industry expertise to manage end-to-end logistics from cellar to international and domestic markets.

You will coordinate warehousing, transportation, documentation, and export compliance, while collaborating with production, sales and export teams to ensure accurate demand forecasting and timely order fulfillment.