Job Brief
The Logistics Administrator is the point of contact between Head Office and Sales Branches.  Their primary responsibility is that of coordinating branch stock requirements and doing load planning for vehicles going to sales depots.  They are also responsible for handling all queries, which will entail dealing with other departments such as Supply Chain, Production and Procurement, as required.  Responsibilities also include providing ETA’s for outstanding orders by means of a daily Stock Out List.  Coordination of load also includes return loads from branches to Head Office.  Duties may also require dealing with Third Party Transport Operators when required.
Responsibilities / Key Duties

Plan trailer, tanker and container loads based on product availability and customer requests
Plan collections and deliveries for local truck as per internal departmental requirements
Preparation of picking slips for Warehouse Despatch teams
Coordination of all load changes
Confirmation of final despatch documentation
Handling of all queries and branch requirements
Provide ETA’s for customer back orders
Ensure vehicles are loaded on the due date for all direct delivery orders
Coordination and planning of Exports Orders
Liaison between Production, Procurement, Supply Chain and other departments as required
Communication of urgent requirements with Production Team
Coordination of return loads in most cost effective manner, when required
Vehicle optimization and logistics cost efficiencies
Weekly reporting of logistics statistics
Reduction of lead times, stock days, stock levels and stock outs through efficient management of branch orders
Assist with quarterly stock counts