Permanent Administrative and Logistics Assistant

My client, a well-established concern marketing agricultural products in Stellenbosch Technopark, is seeking to employ an Administrative and Logistics Assistant with at least 2-3 years' experience in a logistics role. A relevant degree will be to the candidate's advantage
Key skills:



Analytical


Excellent Excel skills


Excellent customer service


Good planning and organizational skills


Fully bilingual with excellent communication skills


Ability to work in a team


Good attention to detail


Ability to work accurately and efficient



Responsibiities:



Arranging transport


Negotiation of transport rates


Sending of load cons


Communication with suppliers and loading points


Follow-up with trucks to determine ETA


Keeping clients informed regarding status of cargo


Updating system from loaded to delivered


Handle everyday logistical challenges


Adding new transporters and updating insurance


Develop relationships with transporters and clients


Daily admin functions


Collecting POD's


Weekly planning of truck movements and delivery


Opening and sending of contracts and collection of signed contracts


Invoicing


Supplier payments


Loading of transport invoices



Consult with:



Customer


Traders


Suppliers


Team member



Requirements:



Must be fully bilingual


At least 2-3 years' experience in a logistics role



Relevant degree will count in the candidate's favour





Job Reference #: SW002070/JM