Logistics Consultant

Helderberg Personnel • Other • Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa • $400 - $500 / year • 8h ago

Job Reference: SW004723-JM-1

My client, a transport and logistics company specialising in the movement of bulk, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), containerised and palletised goods, is seeking to employ a Logistics Consultant with 2-4 years' experience and a relevant qualification.

Duties & Responsibilities

Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients, including regular visits.
Negotiating new contracts.
Negotiate transport rates with clients and transporters.
Manage volumes allocated to the company.
Understand the running cost of a vehicle to determine CPK’s.
Analyse commodity trends and adapt to market fluctuations.
Keep track of the daily and monthly budgets.
Adding new clients and transporters to our existing list.
Maintain established admin procedures.
Develop relationships with current transport, clients, and truck drivers.
Follow up with transporters to determine accurate ETAs and trucks.
Good communication with clients keeping them informed about the status of the cargo.
Build good relationships with loading and off-loading points.
Identify key role players at loading and off-loading points.
Weekly planning and forecasting of truck movements.
Build client relations and support drivers at loading and off-loading points.

Experience and Qualifications

At least 2-4 years’ experience in a similar role within the transport industry.
Preferably someone with a relevant qualification (degree or diploma).
Responsible for identifying and contacting prospective customers and suppliers.
Negotiate sales deals and rates with customers as well as suppliers.
Meet budget and margin targets while proactively communicating with suppliers to transport goods effectively and efficiently to customers.