Operations Coordinator / Supply Chain Coordinator / Analyst

Operations Coordinator / Supply Chain Coordinator / Analyst

2026-04-10 - 2026-05-10

Permanent

PE001570

FMCG / Retail / Wholesale / Supply Chain / Warehousing

Operations / Supply Chain Coordinator / Analyst
Location: Port Elizabeth

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Operations / Supply Chain Coordinator (Analyst) to manage the end-to-end flow of stock from logistics planning through to execution. The role also supports administrative planning processes, including stock management, customer programme coordination, and logistics invoice review within an export-driven environment.

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field


• 1-3 years' demonstrable experience in an FMCG / Produce / Shipping environment


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel essential - Pivot Tables, Data Analysis, Formulas)


• Understanding of costings and basic logistical procedures (advantageous)


• Export knowledge (advantageous)


• Experience in stock management


• Valid Code B driver's licence

• Manage the end-to-end flow of stock from logistics planning to execution


• Liaise with logistics providers, packhouses, and cold storage facilities to ensure efficient operations


• Formalise stock allocations into loading instructions and communicate these to clearing agents

• Coordinate with 3rd party logistics providers and documentation teams to ensure timely receipt of all required information


• Liaise with suppliers, forwarders, and agents to obtain up-to-date shipment information


• Keep customers and commercial teams informed on shipment progress


• Provide ongoing support to commercial teams across multiple regions/origins

• Review and approve logistics costs from various service providers across the export chain


• Assist with administrative processes and ensure effective communication among stakeholders


• Support invoice review processes related to logistics and supply chain activities

• Address and resolve operational issues arising during loadout allocations


• Monitor vessel timelines including ETD, ATD, ETA, and ATA


• Conduct follow-ups on previous shipments to assess execution against plan

• Strong planning and organisational skills


• Excellent communication skills


• High attention to detail


• Strong problem-solving ability


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision


• Strong analytical and Excel skills

• MS Office Suite (Advanced Excel essential)


• QX Export System (or similar)

• Weekly Planning & Operations


• Stock Management


• Loadout Instructions


• Customer Order Fulfilment


• Invoice Review