Inland Logistics Co-Ordinator - JHB at Ivanhoe Mines

Purpose of the role:

Coordinating and overseeing the execution of logistics operations, ensuring the smooth flow of cargo throughout the chain and collaborate with all stakeholders to achieve efficient and effective logistics execution.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the complete Inland movements from Loading till African port Warehouse, ensuring there is no disruption on the movement of cargo.
• Handling and resolution of all Incidents promptly and effectively.
• Follow up of Insurance claims till resolution and create schedule thereof.
• Managing the LSP’s rebagging requests.
• Resolve any identified abnormal offloading’s.
• Have a complete overview of all issues related to the movement of Cargo.

Transport Co-ordination

• Collaboration with Outbound Logistics at site to ensure alignment to the forecast execution of the trucking requirements 
• Oversee the arrival and departures of the trucks on site 

Buyer and Logistics Service Provider Relationship Management 

• Maintain strong relationship with Logistics Service Providers 
• Address any underperforming LSP in relation to their allocation, quality of service delivery to ensure successful overall business results 
• Ensure all LSP Management are notified in writing of any issues that affect loading and or dispatch speed and ensure a register is kept of these notification 

Required Qualifications 

• Minimum Qualification - Advanced higher certificate in Logistics is preferred 
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Proficient in data analysis, with an analytical mindset.
• 5-8 years of experience in logistics.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Experience in Commodity movements is an advantage.
• Experience with implementing processes.
• Experience in generating reports.

Personal Competencies should include:

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Can delegate but also actively engages willing to roll up their sleeves and work alongside the team when necessary.
• Must be able to liaise confidently and establish excellent working relationships.
• Good Communication skills.
• Ability to put Process and improvements in place.
• Adaptable in a constantly changing environment.
• Dynamic self-starter.
• Operate in a collaborative manner and focus on Output, not Input.
• Excellent attention to detail and handle pressure.
• To be energetic with good follow through skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment, and willingness to train and provide supervision as needed.