Logistics controller Jobs in South Africa

Role Overview

The Logistics Controller is responsible for managing, overseeing, and optimizing all logistics

operations within the group. This includes global export coordination, regional import

management, cost control, compliance, and team supervision. The role ensures that shipments

are executed efficiently and cost-effectively while meeting regulatory and client requirements.

The position requires close coordination with procurement offices in South Africa and France,

as well as with local teams in regional subsidiaries (Gabon, Congo, Angola, Namibia, South

Africa, and Mozambique) and end clients as applicable to drive the process end-to-end.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage end-to-end logistics operations across all regions and modes of

transport (air, sea, and land).

• Investigate and present costed logistical solutions to trade desks based on shipment

requirements and client needs.

reliability, and process improvement.

• Monitor and control logistics budget, perform cost analysis, and provide cost reports to

management.

• Develop and implement logistics performance indicators to ensure cost efficiency, delivery
• Ensure compliance with import / export regulations, pre-shipment inspections, and

certification requirements in each operating region.

• Manage logistics service providers, negotiate rates, and ensure adherence to SLAs and best

practices. Provide service providers with regular feedback and improvement requirements to

ensure best service delivery

• Coordinate closely with procurement teams in South Africa and France to align logistics

plans with purchasing and trade desk activities.

• Engage with subsidiary offices (Gabon, Congo, Angola, Namibia, South Africa,

Mozambique) or direct end client to support shipment execution as applicable.

• Supervise and guide Logistics Coordinators, ensuring adherence to company policies,

procedures, and timelines.

• Review and approve logistics documentation, including bills of lading, inspection

certificates, and customs paperwork.

• Identify opportunities and implement tools and processes to improve operational efficiency

and cost-effectiveness across all logistics processes.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and financial acumen with proven cost control and reporting skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of international shipping, import / export compliance, and

African port procedures.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in logistics management systems or ERP tools.
• Ability to coordinate effectively across multiple offices and regions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time and compliant shipment delivery rate.
• Implementation of tools and processes resulting in Cost and process efficiency and

reporting thereon

• Accuracy and completeness of import / export documentation.
• Internal stakeholder (Trade Desk, Subsidiaries & management) satisfaction.
• Compliance with inspection and certification requirements.
• Supervision of Logistics Coordinators