About the position
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about ensuring smooth day-to-day operations? Our client, a well-established company in the consumer goods sector, is seeking a dynamic Operations & Logistics Officer to join their growing team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating across departments to ensure efficient operational and logistical support.
Please forward your CV to [Email Address Removed]
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support
- Assist with general administrative tasks including invoicing, generating picking slips, and managing customer communication.
- Prepare and distribute internal reports, presentations, and documentation.
- Maintain and update company databases, records, and filing systems.
Operational Assistance
- Provide first-line support to the Operations Manager and assist in coordinating daily operational activities.
- Support the operations team in planning, tracking, and monitoring various projects and deliverables.
- Assist in developing and implementing operational procedures, ensuring compliance and consistency.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely completion of projects and tasks.
- Monitor warehouse deliverables and proactively identify potential risks or delays.
- Prepare KPI and performance reports to support business decisions.
- Provide key support to the Operations Manager on both internal systems and external online marketplaces.
Communication & Coordination
- Act as a liaison between departments and external stakeholders.
- Assist in preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
- Maintain clear and effective communication channels within the operations team and with distribution partners.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Gather, analyse, and interpret operational data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Prepare data-driven reports and presentations.
- Support implementation of data-led strategies to enhance efficiency.
Process Improvement
- Work collaboratively with the operations team to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
- Support the roll-out and monitoring of process improvement initiatives.
Skills & Qualifications
- A tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field (preferred).
- Proven experience in an administrative or operational support role.
- Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience in SAGE (preferably SAGE 200) will be a strong advantage.
- Attention to detail and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Desired Skills:
- Administration
- Data
- Invoices
- Logistics
- Minutes of Meetings
- Operations
- Reporting
Employer & Job Benefits:
- Provident Fund Contribution
- Medical Aid Contribution
- Mobile Phone Allowance
