Our client, a well-established logistics and freight forwarding company based in Stellenbosch, is looking for a Logistics Coordinator to join their operations team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, accurate, and a fast learner in new systems and processes, can work under pressure, meet deadlines, and effectively manage priorities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to): *Coordinate export shipments from planning and booking through to departure, ensuring all operational deadlines are met *Liaise with clients, shipping lines, and internal teams to arrange bookings, rates, shipping schedules, and resolve operational issues *Prepare, verify, and distribute booking confirmations and shipping documentation, while maintaining accurate shipment records and system updates *Monitor shipment amendments, equipment and depot issues, and ensure timely communication with all stakeholders *Obtain and process required shipping documents, manage additional charges, and secure client approval where required *All other tasks related to the role.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience:
• Grade 12 (essential);
• Diploma in Shipping, Clearing and Freight Forwarding, Distribution, Logistics, Business Management, or a related field will be advantageous;
• Minimum 2 years' experience in freight forwarding and logistics, with exposure to both sea and air freight (export experience preferred);
• Working knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft Excel;
• Willingness to be available after hours when operationally required;
• Own reliable transport and valid driver's licence.
Please apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 14 July 2026.
For general enquiries, contact our team at M3 Human Capital Management on 021 863 1444.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If no feedback is received within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.