Sea Freight Coordinator

Paarl - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 2-3years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

To ensure that product is moved from the grower to the client according to standard procedures and protocols whilst maintaining ongoing communication with role players.

Key Performance Outputs

Coordinate end-to-end operations from container bookings and loading instructions to on-time deliveries.
Liaise with load points freight forwarders customers and destination agents to ensure seamless export processes.
Prepare and manage all sea-freight documentation including shipping instructions invoices and export paperwork.
Track vessel movements and ensure accurate communication of ETDs ATDs ETAs and ATAs.
Monitor and follow up on deliveries proof of deliveries and payment releases.
Source transport quotes arrange logistics from depots and secure the best transport rates.
Build strong relationships with service providers and internal teams to optimise operations.
Support pre-season planning and assist with general logistics tasks during the quieter periods.

Requirements

Education / Qualification

Senior certificate / grade 12 / matric.
Suitable tertiary qualification.
Minimum 2 years of work experience in the fruit industry with a specific focus on Sea freight.

What Youll Bring

A proactive solutions-driven mindset and a passion for operational excellence.
Proven ability to manage complex logistics processes in a fast-paced environment.
Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills across internal and external partners.
High attention to detail and accuracy with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)
Excellent email and written communication skills.
Experience using export systems (e.g. NetSuite).
Solid understanding of Incoterms and export documentation requirements.

Behavioural Skills

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Strong planning coordination and organisational abilities.
Builds and maintains positive interpersonal relationships.
Works independently with discretion and professionalism.
Detail and results-oriented with the end customers needs always in mind

Required Skills:

What Youll Bring A proactive solutions-driven mindset and a passion for operational excellence. Proven ability to manage complex logistics processes in a fast-paced environment. Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills across internal and external partners. High attention to detail and accuracy with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service. Technical Skills Proficiency in MS Office (Excel Word PowerPoint) Excellent email and written communication skills. Experience using export systems (e.g. NetSuite). Solid understanding of Incoterms and export documentation requirements. Behavioural Skills Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong planning coordination and organisational abilities. Builds and maintains positive interpersonal relationships. Works independently with discretion and professionalism. Detail and results-oriented with the end customers needs always in mind

Required Education:

Education / Qualification Senior certificate / grade 12 / matric. Suitable tertiary qualification. Minimum 2 years of work experience in the fruit industry with a specific focus on Sea freight.

To ensure that product is moved from the grower to the client according to standard procedures and protocols whilst maintaining ongoing communication with role players.Key Performance OutputsCoordinate end-to-end operations from container bookings and loading instructions to on-time deliveries.Liai...