Logistics Coordinator at Helderberg Personnel

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the end-to-end logistics process for fruit exports.
• Liaise with producers, suppliers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, cold storage facilities, transport providers, and export agents.
• Schedule and monitor container bookings, loading plans, and vessel departures.
• Ensure compliance with export regulations
• Track shipments and proactively manage delays, deviations, and logistical challenges.
• Capture shipping instructions, commercial invoices, packing lists, and relevant certificates.
• Maintain accurate logistics records and reporting.
• Collaborate closely with all relevant parties to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Monitor logistics costs and identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings.

Minimum Requirements 

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in logistics coordination, preferably within the fruit export or fresh produce industry.
• Strong understanding of export procedures, shipping documentation, and cold-chain logistics.
• Experience working with international customers and service providers.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.