Logistics Coordinator

SUMMARY:
Logistics Coordinator
STELLENBOSCH – Cape Town
R30 000 – R45 000
An established business is seeking an organized Logistics Coordinator with fruit export experience to coordinate shipments, manage stock and ensure accurate documentation and timely deliveries.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities: Pre-Loading Coordination: Allocate stock, prepare loading instructions and coordinate load-outs within required timelines. Logistics & Solutions: Arrange transport, track shipments and resolve logistical disruptions. Forecasting & Planning: Prepare forecasts, plan vessel space and align bookings with customer requirements. Stock Management: Maintain accurate stock records, resolve discrepancies and monitor stock age and traceability. Cold Store Operations & Compliance: Coordinate inspections, labelling and pallet preparation, ensuring market and regulatory compliance. Freight Forwarding & Shipping Administration: Secure vessel bookings and manage shipping instructions, documentation and deadlines. General Administrative & Operational Support: Support the trading team, verify costs and maintain invoices, reports and logistics records. Requirements: Minimum 3-5 years experience in the fruit export industry . Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field . Proficiency in QX, Microsoft Excel and Outlook . Sound knowledge of export shipping, stock control and documentation. Strong communication, planning and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure.