Logistics Administrator

Location: Observatory, Cape Town
Salary: R10k – R12k per month negotiable
Duration: 6 month contract: August – February

Purpose of the Role:
Receiving and dispatching stock in computer system, coordinating the physical transfer and loading of fruit with its documentation. Liaising with transporters, pack-houses, freight forwarders and inspection bodies.

Requirements:
Grade 12
3+ years Logistics experience
Available to start mid August for a 6 month contract

Duties:
Transmit loading instructions to depots / packhouses
Liaise with them for operational purposes to obtain all relevant documentation (including addendums)
Arrange inter-depot transfers and container transportation
Instruct and manage loading team and supervisor
Liaise with road freight transporters and freight forwarders regarding all loadings and relevant instructions and operational needs
Obtain, negotiate and update road transport quotes and prices
Arrange and monitor inspections required
Process EDI files received from suppliers
Process stock transactions such as receipts, loadouts, packing lists electronically
File manually and electronically all copies of official documentation
Assist with duties of Shipping Logistics & Export Documentation Agent and of Procurement Manager when absent
Meet with Transport companies’ representatives and other service providers
Arrange special labelling of goods
Attend logistics industry functions or training courses
Provide ad-hoc reports relative to portfolio
Any other duties assigned by Management