Johannesburg, South Africa
10 hours ago
Associate Logistics Specialist

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The Associate Logistics Specialist is accountable for receiving and processing shipment requests and administers all aspects of the shipment process to ensure client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

Accountable for managing aspects of the logistics process to ensure successful shipment of products.

Manages and contributes to the administration of the shipment process to ensure client satisfaction.

Contributes to the successful management of the shipment of products.

Regularly interacts with vendors to ensure the timeous and successful completion of shipments.

Ensures the successful shipment of items by planning, receiving, processing and tracking shipments.

Accountable for managing components of the shipment process including the escalation of problems and stakeholder management.

Filing documents, tracking orders, liaising and working with clients and suppliers, and entering data into relevant software systems.

Ensures that all supply chain procedures are supported and implemented, from coordinating deliveries to managing shipping documentation.

Contributes to the improvement of internal processes and systems.

Flexible and adaptable working hours aligned with operational and client requirements.

Assist with the preparation and submission of shipment quotations.

Knowledge and Attributes:

Excellent time management skills and problem-solving orientation.

Displays an advanced level of client orientation.

Good knowledge of import and export practices and processes.

An understanding of global trade, marine and transit insurance and letters of credit.

Organization, and planning; effective and efficient communication skills.

Solid attention to detail.

Good understanding of the order fulfilment cycle.

Knowledge of logistics software or transport management systems.

Basic accounting knowledge.

Familiarity with relevant rules, regulations and standards.

Demonstrated flexibility with working hours to meet operational requirements.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

High School Certification or equivalent qualification.

Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain or related desirable.

Required experience:

Solid previous experience as a Logistics Administrator, Warehouse Administrator or similar role.

1–3 years of logistics or Supply Chain experience, with hands‑on involvement in Shipment Coordination, documentation, and system tracking, along with strong administrative skills, and stakeholder coordination to support daily logistics operations.

Workplace type:

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services.  Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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