Stellenbosch: Senior Logistics and Asset Controller

About the Role

The Senior Logistics and Asset Controller will be responsible for overseeing the entire logistics operation, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing company assets. This role requires a strong background in logistics, shipping, and inventory management, as well as excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Logistics Planning & Shipping Management: Plan, coordinate, and oversee domestic and international shipments, selecting cost-effective and reliable transport solutions.
• Ensure hazardous goods shipments comply with IATA, IMDG, and dangerous goods regulations.
• Monitor shipments end-to-end and proactively resolve delays, customs holds, and transport issues.
• Coordinate temporary exports, demonstrations, repairs, inter-company transfers, and returns logistics.
• Verify correct Incoterms and shipping instructions prior to dispatch.

• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate stock levels across offices and fulfilment centres.
• Compile, reconcile and report weekly stock levels.
• Manage demo, loan, replacement, service and written-off stock.
• Perform periodic stock takes, investigate discrepancies and maintain traceability of serialised equipment through its lifecycle.

• Customs & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with international trade and transport regulations (including IATA/IMDG/WEEE and export control requirements).
• Manage regulatory permits/licences and supporting legal documentation.
• Coordinate DCAC, NCACC, ITAC and other regulatory applications where required.
• Maintain audit-ready records and support inspections, audits and compliance reviews.

• Documentation & Certification: Prepare, review and control logistics and compliance documentation including:
• Commercial/customs invoices
• Packing lists
• Certificates of origin / conformity / warranty
• Import/export permits (incl. ITAC applications)
• EUCs
• LC documentation
• Battery declarations
• MSDS documentation
• ATA carnets

• Verify documentation accuracy before shipment release and maintain structured electronic filing/traceability.

• Asset Management: Register, control, and track company assets throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate asset records (serial numbers, locations, status) and complete scheduled stock takes.
• Utilise AssetZure for asset creation, location management, uploads and photographic documentation.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Logistics-related certifications advantageous

Qualifications

• No qualifications mentioned in the original job description.