Logistics Coordinator

RESPONSIBILITIES : Logistics and planning of productsPlanning and coordinating of deliveriesDraft, allocate and capture sales ordersUpdate planning schedule according to set parametersCommunicate any planning changes / deviations to relevant departmentsUpdate and execute planning in advance of sales delivery as per draft sales ordersCoordinate delivery schedule with collection scheduleCommunication of the logistic plan to relevant stakeholders prior to loadingLogistics of external warehousesPlanning of deliveries out of external warehouses / execute logistics activities and delivery routesEffective communication between Commercial team, Warehouse administrators and External WarehouseMaking slot bookings with customers for deliveriesProcurement (In) planning / allocationEnsure trucks run effectively and efficientlyEffective and efficient communication with relevant stakeholders with regards to optimizing utilization and purchase ordersEnsure flow bins, bags and pallets are returned from customersMinimize transport and other costs and ensure efficient movement to customersFleet utilization and profitability on dedicated vehicles according to industry benchmarkPlan effective loading and delivery dates & times to clients Effective Route & Truck PlanningPlanning most cost-effective route according to client deliveryTruck allocation according to sales ordersBooking of 3rd party transport within set parametersCommunication between transporters and clients according to client expectationsCoordinate booking slotsScheduling of slot bookings with customers according to the client requirement procedureInter-departmental communication regarding bookings and possible changes, where applicableContinuous liaison with clientsCreating load sheetsREQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 with MathematicsRelevant tertiary qualification recommended2 Years relevant working experience in Logistics environmentPrevious experience as a Logistics planner advantageousSAP experience advantageousComputer Literate on MS Office Packages