Logistics Specialist

2 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R104 000 - R200 000 per year

Hire Resolve's client in the Beverage Industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Logistics Specialist to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape.

Responsibilities:

  • Focus on data and cost reduction within operations.
  • Analyze local supply chain costs, supporting the local logistics team in implementing cost-saving initiatives
  • Work on the inbound container network and improve Port Direct Container % for CPT, PE, and DBN by a minimum of 5% for these ports of entry based on the current base container volume
  • Manage reports and reconcile all stock aging
  • Cost analysis on material movements
  • Reduction in DEM/DET cost for all shipments and imports
  • Act as a stand-in for the Logistics Coordinator & Logistics Manager functions
  • Supply Logistics and Demand Planning with IBT
  • Evaluation of costs, rate cards, and rate increases in support of rate negotiations with 3PLs
  • Ensure payments are made and processed in full and on time
  • Assist with ME recon and visibility
  • Handle all insurance claims related to product damage with applicable Head Office staff.
  • Actively partake in any sustainability projects as required by business.
  • Risk mitigation: ensuring all VISIT LOAs are maintained and applied to avert penalty fees


Requirements:

  • A tertiary qualification in either Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Industrial Engineering that supports supply chain functions
  • Competent in business intelligence software such as Power BI, Tableau, or other software used for managing data and creating visualizations for decision-making
  • Computer literacy (MS Office) & SAP are non-negotiable
  • SAPICS qualification would be advantageous
  • Minimum 2 to 3 years experience in a fast-paced FMCG environment
  • Handling high volumes and requests in a pressurized environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Customer-oriented focus and good at relationship-building
  • Ability to communicate and present at senior management level
  • The ability to function independently, in a team, and under pressure
  • Accuracy, innovation, and results-driven focus with attention to detail are paramount.
  • 3PL/logistics/supply chain experience as well as an understanding of warehousing and distribution practices would be advantageous.

Benefits:

  • Training & Development
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable)

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

  • Salary: negotiable.
  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today, contact Rebecca Grylls, Ashley Feldtmann, or Brittney Basson at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
  • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website:  or email us your CV:  [email protected]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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