Logistics Officer (Durban based)
Durban - South Africa
Job Summary
At Beiersdorf we want to help people feel good about their skin and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA Eucerin La Prairie Hansaplast and Labello. We act according to our purpose WE CARE BEYOND SKIN and take responsibility for our consumers our employees the environment and society.
Behind every brand every product and every accomplishment are our more than 20000 employees. It is for them that we live an inclusive culture of respect and trust that is strongly aligned with our values CARE COURAGE SIMPLICITY and TRUST. We also embrace diversity by valuing the uniqueness of each individual and being committed to equal opportunities for all.
Warehouse
- Monitor warehouse capacity and ensure efficient stock and IDT execution.
- Manage 3PL operations stock accuracy damaged stock and ERP issues.
- Lead regular 3PL meetings and resolve operational exceptions.
Secondary Transportation
- Monitor deliveries resolve exceptions and track 3PL service level performance.
Reverse Logistics
- Manage returns customer claims and timely clearance of return stock.
Other
- Support stock takes and ensure timely completion of month quarter and year-end activities.
Inbound Logistics
- Coordinate carriers freight forwarders and clearing agents to ensure timely shipments accurate documentation and clear ETA communication.
- Monitor validate and report 3PL Logistics KPIs through the monthly dashboard.
- Validate 3PL billing against agreed rate cards and approve invoices.
- Identify operational improvements and ensure sustainable implementation in line with BDF standards and controls.
A) Experience
2-3 work experience years ideally in FMCG
B) Qualification
University or similar degree ideally in Skills
- High Level of attention to detail
- Computer literate i.e. proficient in Microsoft office (Excel Word Power point)
- Must be proactive takes initiative.
- Multitasking and excellent organizational skills clear communication (oral & written) and interpersonal skills.
- Clear communication (oral & written) and interpersonal skills
- A good understanding of Logistics principles and standards
- Good knowledge of SAP module. Ideally module LE. SD and MM of advantage
Your responsible recruiter is Akash Sharma. Please apply online via the Beiersdorf Career Site until 13th September 2026.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
We care for skin, we care for people and we care beyond skin. That is what makes us unique.