logistics assistants
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Job Location:
Durban - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
A Logistics Assistant provides crucial administrative and operational support for a companys supply chain handling tasks like coordinating shipments managing inventory records processing orders communicating with clients about deliveries and supporting warehouse operations often using ERP systems to ensure smooth movement of goods and efficient daily operations. They are detail-oriented professionals who bridge gaps between procurement warehousing and customer service vital for overall supply chain management.
Key Responsibilities
- Documentation: Handling incoming/outgoing shipments proof of delivery (PODs) and inventory records.
- Coordination: Arranging transport scheduling deliveries and managing logistics for assets fuel and premises.
- Communication: Acting as a liaison for customer/client queries about orders deliveries and collections.
- Data Entry: Updating orders client notes and tracking information in logistics/ERP systems.
- Inventory Support: Assisting with stock management and reporting issues.
Where They Work
- Logistics shipping or transportation departments in various industries.
- Warehouses and distribution centers.
- NGOs and international organizations (like UNDP).
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in MS Office and logistics/ERP software.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Detail-oriented with an aptitude for systems thinking.
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- EDI
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Experience
- Office Experience
- Dispatching
- Microsoft Excel
- Logistics
