• Certificate
• Kempton Park, Gauteng,
• Posted 4 months ago
• This position has been filled

Job Description:

If you have Diploma / certificate and 3 years experience, know Incoterms (2010) and ERP and come from a logistics background (shipping & road, local, imports & exports), this position might just be for you.

Position details:

Type: permanent
Reports to: Supply Chain Manager.
Job description / core competencies:

Logistics processes

• Responsible to obtain cost estimates required for shipping and road transport in accordance with relevant Incoterms (2010)
• Facilitate the movement / logistics-flow of products from one destination to another (local, imports & exports)
• Coordinate and manage road transportation of spare parts and / or equipment to effectively meet customer demands
• Plan and coordinate deliveries in accordance with customer requirements and stipulated deadlines
• Prepare all logistics related documentation for both local and overseas shipments
• Take the necessary steps to minimise logistical risks to the business
• Continually review and monitor freight costs and transportation rates to ensure competitiveness
• Identification of opportunities to improve, both from a cost and efficiency perspective, and seek ways to streamline the shipping and transportation process where possible
• Update and maintain a shipping register with relevant details of all shipments
• General logistics administration and filing and safe keeping of documentation, both electronically and hard copies
• Liaison with shipping agents and transportation service providers
• Capturing of costs and surcharges in Infor/Baan system. Liaise with Warehouse to ensure timely processing of goods receipting and submit all relevant documentation to Finance Department for payment to be effected to agents and service providers
• Coordination and management of Project related logistics, as may be required

b) Procurement processes

• Request pricing and place orders for office and warehouse consumables, refreshments, and services as may be required
• Follow up and expedite ordered goods from Suppliers to ensure on time delivery
• Compilation and distribution of Weekly Procurement Department Meeting Minutes
• Keep and maintain Minutes of Meetings for ECP’s and QIR’s relevant to the Supply Chain Department
• Administration of e-mail references and Sales / Tender pricing requests
• Maintain and update Supplier files and records

c) Office Administration

• Assist Procurement office with general administrative tasks as may be required
• Keep Procurement filing up to date
• Assist Procurement Technicians with filing of material certificates and data books in accordance with Procurement Procedures
• Provide the necessary support in terms of maintaining the relevant ISO standards within the department
• Support Procurement Technicians with expediting of materials as may be required
• Pro-active reporting and communication to ensure smooth flow of goods and services to meet customer demands and deadlines

Location (country, city): Kempton Park, Gauteng

Job Qualification & Experience:

QUALIFICATION: Certificate/Diploma in the relevant field

EXPERIENCE: Minimum 3 years’ relevant working experience

REQUIRED SKILLS:
Good knowledge of Incoterms (2010)
Logistics working experience
Excellent communication skills
Good organisation skills
Ability to work under pressure
Self-motivated
Own transport
Time Management Skills
Business Principles, practices, and procedures
Mining / Engineering Industry experience
Adaptability
Inter-personal skills
Stress Management
Assertiveness

Company Description:

Industrial equipment supplier

This advert is being advertised in collaboration with our recruitment partner MCHIR.