Logistics Specialist

About the position:

About the position:

Own and optimise all inbound and reverse logistics flows across ASBIS, ensuring compliant, cost-efficient, and traceable movement of goods from suppliers to the warehouse and from customers back into the business, protecting inventory integrity, OEM compliance, cash flow, and service levels.

• Manage end-to-end inbound flows from OEMs, distributors, and intercompany transfers.
• Coordinate international and local inbound shipments across air, sea, and road.
• Ensure accurate shipment receipt, booking, and dock scheduling.
• Control inbound lead times, cost, and service performance.

• Ensure compliance with customs, trade, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate HS classification, valuation, Incoterms, and import documentation.
• Manage bonded warehouse and deferred duty processes where applicable.
• Minimise customs delays, penalties, and compliance risk.

• Oversee inbound receiving accuracy
• Ensure timely GRN posting and system alignment
• Manage quarantine, quality inspection, and discrepancy resolution.
• Reduce dock-to-stock cycle time.

• Own all customer returns, RMA, DOA, warranty, and repair flows
• Define return routing .
• Ensure accurate credit triggers and financial alignment with Finance.
• Protect margin through controlled reverse disposition.

• Manage vendor return authorizations and SLA adherence.
• Coordinate cross-border return shipments to OEM repair centres.
• Ensure compliance with OEM return policies and serial traceability.
• Recover value from defective or excess inventory.

• Ensure full serial number, IMEI, and batch traceability.
• Prevent shrinkage, mis-postings, and write-off exposure.
• Support audits, OEM inspections, and statutory requirements.

• Control inbound freight spend vs budget.
• Optimise transport mode selection and consolidation.
• Track cost-to-return and recovery ratios.

• Align with Planning, Sales, Customer Logistics, Finance, and Warehouse.
• Provide inbound and reverse visibility to commercial and service teams.
• Drive corrective actions on systemic supplier, FF, or process failures.

• Own inbound and reverse logistics SOPs.
• Ensure disciplined system usage and data accuracy.
• Identify automation and process improvement opportunities.

• Actively participate in new business projects, providing logistics expertise and insights.
• Evaluate proposed logistics solutions and identify potential challenges or opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of logistics processes into new business ventures.

• A bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Over 2 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Logistics is required.
• SARS Tariffs knowledge is advantageous
• FMCG Experience Preferred
• Fluency in English (B2 level) is mandatory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Exact, SAP, or similar is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve logistics challenges.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and ensure timely execution.
• Adaptability and flexibility to handle changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Opportunity to work for a financially strong, fast-growing multinational company
• Constant interaction with global teams of professionals 🎯
• International career opportunities 🚀
• Access to continuous professional development: training, certification programs, events, and team buildings
• Competitive salary package and motivation scheme
• Life events’ gifts, corporate presents and awards, years of service bonuses 🎁
• Special prices for the Company products

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