Supply and Distribution Co ordinator

Location Johannesburg
Discipline: Engineering
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Lorna Henry

Contact email: lorna@networkersint.co.za
Job ref: 42114
Published: 4 days ago
Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Supply & Distribution Coordinator to join our team in Johannesburg, South Africa. This role is integral to ensuring the efficient management of warehouse operations, logistics, procurement, and inventory control. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of accuracy, timeliness, and customer satisfaction while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

As a Supply & Distribution Coordinator, your primary responsibilities will include:

Warehouse Control
  • Accept and process deliveries into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (Microsoft Dynamics 365 FinOps)

  • Issue goods for sales orders or projects and allocate parts to specific locations

  • Maintain a clean and organized warehouse to ensure stock tidiness

  • Register non-conformance documentation in line with quality assurance processes

Logistics Coordination
  • Pack outgoing parts and assist with customs-related matters

  • Coordinate with customers and brokers to resolve shipping issues

Procurement
  • Source spare parts from local and international suppliers

  • Manage vendor relationships to improve pricing and delivery times

  • Monitor and expedite purchase orders as needed

Inventory Control
  • Maintain accurate physical and system inventory records

  • Participate in weekly cycle counts and full stock takes

  • Ensure batch/serial-tracked items are appropriately managed

Shipping
  • Verify customer purchase orders against sales orders for accuracy

  • Coordinate with shipping departments to ensure timely delivery

  • Prepare and review commercial invoices for international shipments

Facilities Management
  • Ensure the Johannesburg warehouse is well-maintained

Ongoing Tasks
  • Participate in toolbox talks and training sessions

  • Continuously develop product knowledge

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following:

  • Strong understanding of warehousing, procurement, and inventory management

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proven ability to maintain high work standards with attention to detail

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365)

  • Basic mechanical knowledge

  • Valid driver’s license (Code B, C1, C, EB, EC1, or EC) and forklift certification (essential)

  • Tertiary qualifications in procurement or logistics

  • Experience in packing and shipping dangerous goods

  • Prior experience in the mining or manufacturing industries

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings

If you are a proactive individual with a passion for supply chain management and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.