Cape Town: Logistics Specialist – Beverage Industry posted by Hire Resolve

About the Role

Hire Resolve’s client in the Beverage Industry is urgently seeking a Logistics Specialist to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing local supply chain costs and implementing cost-saving initiatives to improve operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Focus on data and cost reduction within operations.
• Analyze local supply chain costs, supporting the local logistics team in implementing cost-saving initiatives.
• Work on the inbound container network and improve Port Direct Container % for CPT, PE, and DBN by a minimum of 5% for these ports of entry based on the current base container volume.
• Manage reports and reconcile all stock aging.
• Cost analysis on material movements.
• Reduction in DEM/DET cost for all shipments and imports.
• Act as a stand-in for the Logistics Coordinator & Logistics Manager functions.
• Supply Logistics and Demand Planning with IBT.
• Evaluation of costs, rate cards, and rate increases in support of rate negotiations with 3PLs.
• Ensure payments are made and processed in full and on time.
• Assist with ME recon and visibility.
• Handle all insurance claims related to product damage with applicable Head Office staff.
• Actively partake in any sustainability projects as required by business.
• Risk mitigation: ensuring all VISIT LOAs are maintained and applied to avert penalty fees.

Requirements

• A tertiary qualification in either Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Industrial Engineering that supports supply chain functions.
• Competent in business intelligence software such as Power BI, Tableau, or other software used for managing data and creating visualizations for decision-making.
• Computer literacy (MS Office) & SAP are non-negotiable.
• SAPICS qualification would be advantageous.
• Minimum 2 to 3 years experience in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
• Handling high volumes and requests in a pressurized environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Customer-oriented focus and good at relationship-building.
• Ability to communicate and present at senior management level.
• The ability to function independently, in a team, and under pressure.
• Accuracy, innovation, and results-driven focus with attention to detail are paramount.
• 3PL/logistics/supply chain experience as well as an understanding of warehousing and distribution practices would be advantageous.

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: negotiable. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.