Logistics Coordinator

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Sales Team by providing administrative support for both Imports and Exports through the provision of quotations as well as the coordination of nominated shipments with foreign agents.

Job Summary
The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Sales Team by providing administrative support for both Imports and Exports through the provision of quotations as well as the coordination of nominated shipments with foreign agents.

Job Duties

• Request rates from various agents/service providers
• Prepare quotations for customers for both import and export shipments via Magaya
• Follow up with customers on quotations to determine if the Company’s rates were competitive
• Liaise and follow up with agents to book shipments and arrange picking up of cargo in a timely manner
• Address problems and issues that may arise daily with customers shipments
• Follow up on the status of bookings as well as provide routine, timely updates to customers
• Follow up with export customers for payments for services rendered
• Provide the documentation department with the relevant import buy/sell information
• Prepare pro forma bill of lading for all export shipments
• Assist with answering of the Company’s telephone
• Assist in preparation of Tenders & Contracts
• Liaise with suppliers, shipping lines, agents, customs brokers, truckers, port officials to coordinate the smooth flow on import/exports.
• Any additional duties and responsibilities that may be required by Management

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of Peachtree will be an asset
• At least 2 -3 years’ experience in similar position
• Excellent interpersonal and written skills