Expeditor – 6-month Fixed Term Contract needed at Petra Diamonds Limited

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and track order progress, ensuring timely delivery of materials, products, or services.
• Coordinate with suppliers to expedite orders, resolve delivery issues, and ensure adherence to delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with internal teams, such as procurement, contracts, logistics, and production, to prioritize and expedite critical orders. 
• Proactively communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to provide updates on order status and any potential delays.
• Resolve any order-related issues or discrepancies, including quantity discrepancies, damaged goods, or quality concerns. 
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of order status, delivery dates, and related communication.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders or shipping companies to arrange transportation and track shipments. 
• Identify process improvement opportunities to streamline the expediting process and enhance delivery efficiency.
• Liaise with the procurement and contracts team to ensure that policy is appropriate and action implemented for:
• Definition of critical or long-lead items
• Establishment of procedures for requisitioning of materials and equipment, in line with material control requirements
• Basis for stock outs by material category.
• Minimum stock holding by category and size
• Services are rendered on time and in full.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system with the Supply Chain Function.
• Model behaviour that is consistent with the Company Safety Vision and Values.
• Takes cognisance of and adhere to Company policies, procedures and relevant legislation. Manage and report on non compliance issues.  
• Effective Team Player and Effective Self Management.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Supply Chain OR equivalent.     
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in expediting, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Proficiency in using inventory management or ERP systems.            
• Computer Literacy and Microsoft Office Suite