Our Freight Client is currently looking for a Supply Chain Coordinator based in Durban As part of our supply chain department, you ensure the smooth functioning of all aspects of our supply chain, including procurement, processing, order fulfilment and delivery. An efficient, functional supply chain is the backbone of our successful regional operations, and you use your expertise in logistics management, forecasting, and transportation to build better supply processes, create contingency plans in case of disruption, and ensure key leadership has up-to- date and transparent reporting regarding our present condition and capabilities. Requirements and SkillsA qualification in logistics/supply chain/business management or other similar qualification is preferable.3-5 years experience as a Supply Chain CoordinatorStrong communication skills.Strong computer skills, Excellent Excel skills.Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills. Responsibilities:Implement new processes and procedures for the supply chain department.Create new reporting and tracking information that would be useful to management.Liaise with vendors and transportation partners to determine ideal scheduling and timelines.Evaluate existing business processes and recommend improvements, including analysis of strengths, challenges, and opportunities.Source rates from service providers depending on the services requested by the customer (shipping lines, transporters, clearing agent).Prepare quotations to customers.Opening, maintaining, and finalisation of shipment files.On boarding of customers onto K2 Workflow System.Ensuring that all customer documentation received is accurate, complete and per company standards and templates.Complete vessel bookings with shipping lines and send details to customers.Send transport instructions to the transporter.Monitor stack dates and keep customer informed.Confirm packing address with customers.Ensure customers complete clearing instruction.Arrange customs clearance where applicable with the nominated clearing agent and send clearance documents.Capture customer invoice.Request shipping line invoices.Confirm with the shipping line if the Bill of Lading will be telexed / sea waybill or original.Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders to ensure full end-to-end supply chain process is adhered to.Confirm payments from customers with the finance department.Attend to customer related queries.Attend to adhoc queries.Please take note: if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
