Inbound Coordinator at Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd

ABOUT THE ROLE
Job Purpose

• Responsible for managing the end-to-end Inbound import process for finished goods, from origin through customs clearance to warehouse delivery. Key stakeholders include 3PL’s, Sales Team and Logistics and Supply chain management team members.

Responsibilities:

Container Import process

• Coordinate with freight forwarders, clearing agents, shipping lines and transporters to ensure timely movement of shipments.
• Monitor shipment status, customs clearance, delivery milestones and ETAs, providing regular updates to Sales and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate and timely Import related documentation, including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading and related documentation.
• Coordinate with warehouses to ensure timely receipt, accurate stock booking and resolution of quantity or documentation discrepancies.
• Identify and resolve shipment delays, clearance issues and operational exceptions, escalating potential supply risks where required.
• Contribute to process improvements, system implementations and supply-chain projects, including WMS, SAP and freight initiatives. Process owner for Inbound Imports on WMS/ SAP
• Avoid Demurrage Costs through liaising with 3PL’s and managing Import schedules
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Inbound Import function to support cost and resource effectiveness
• In depth knowledge and understanding of SARS Customs regulation and provide guidance/ input to ensure compliance and cost effectiveness

Reporting

• Reporting (Power BI)- Container report (Weekly Basis)
• Daily KPI tracking to be published
• Attend to customer / Sales delivery queries

Administration

• Prepare invoices for MIGO and MIRO
• SAP system updates on master data
• Daily processing and filling of documentation i.e. POD’s
• WMS Super user

Qualifications & Experience Required
Education, Master, other certification:

• Relevant Degree or Diploma in Logistics/ Supply Chain Management/ Customs

Experience (years):

• Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience in logistics / outbound planning/ Import and customs

Technical Skills:

• Computer Literate: MS Word, Outlook & Excel (Intermediate level), Power BI
• In depth understanding Logistical functions (Transportation / Distribution/ Warehouse)
• SARS customs regulations
• SAP experience advantageous
• WMS experience advantageous

Behavioral Competencies:

• Taking Ownership
• Stakeholder Management (Internal and External)
• Good verbal & written Communication
• Relationship Management
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Planning & Organizing, Analytical Skills

WHAT WE OFFER

• At Bridgestone, what really matter is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you:
• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.