
Relations and Logistics Assistant
Remuneration: | R7500 - R12000 per month negotiable basic salary |
Location: | Cape Town, Maitland |
Education level: | Degree |
Job level: | Junior/Mid |
Own transport required: | Yes |
Type: | Permanent |
Reference: | #DS-SHIP2 |
Company: | DeskStand |
We are looking for a passionate and driven individual to join our team as a logistics and warehouse supervisor. You will work closely with our director to oversee the movement, distribution, and storage of stock across our companies. Your responsibilities will include stock control, warehouse inventory management, and processing local and international shipments. Monthly reports will also be required.
This role requires a professional approach to handling shipping operations while managing customer requests efficiently. The workload varies, with some fast-paced, high-pressure days and other days focused on organisation and planning. If you are not willing to work hard, this role is not for you.
Key responsibilities
- Supervise shipping and logistics operations, including courier bookings, returns, and labelling.
- Manage supply chain and supplier relationships.
- Work closely with the factory supervisor to ensure orders are processed efficiently.
- Communicate shipment updates to customers via email.
- Provide in-person customer support, offering product information and assistance.
- Oversee factory production flow, stock returns, transfers, and re-stock planning.
- Manage a team of eight factory staff, ensuring weekly production schedules are met.
- Load production schedules into the system to support factory operations.
- Ensure customer orders are fulfilled within the required lead times.
- Book and manage product returns.
- Oversee packing and labelling of shipments.
- Maintain close communication with the factory supervisor to optimise workflow.
Requirements
- A relevant degree or diploma in logistics or warehousing.
- Minimum of three years' experience in stores, warehousing, MRP, or stock control within a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum of three years' experience in people supervision or management.
- Own transport is preferable.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
- Reliable, responsible, and accountable.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Strong multitasking and time management skills.
- Proactive mindset to prevent shipment delays.
- Positive attitude with a people-focused approach.
- Highly organised with a structured and efficient working style.
- Active and healthy lifestyle with a fun-loving personality.
Advantageous
- Experience in the logistics industry.
Only apply if you are a team player and enjoy working with people.
Posted on 10 Mar 09:02, Closing date 8 May
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