Operations Assistant Job at Talented Recruitment Specialists

• A leading logistics company based in Ballito is seeking an Operations Assistant to support the administration and logistical coordination of LPG collections and deliveries, both nationally and across borders.
• The role also involves providing assistance to senior members of the operations team.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Process and accurately record customer collection nominations.
• Provide daily customer updates according to the distribution list.
• Create and manage Sales Orders in Business Central (BC), including payment follow-up for CIA customers.
• Process contractual customer orders from Bulk Sales Orders (BSOs) and escalate any required amendments to management.
• Liaise with supervisors regarding ad hoc stock requests.
• Process orders in Gasrite and complete pre-release activities where required.
• Follow all operational procedures, including vehicle verification and order release controls.
• Record, distribute, and track orders, updating automated reporting systems as required.
• Ensure stock issuance remains within authorised limits and escalate exceptions to management.
• Process orders within agreed timelines, communicating delays to supervisors and customers.
• Implement management instructions within delegated authority levels.
• Participate in operational and team meetings, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain effective customer communication regarding collections and order status.
• Support senior team members and ensure compliance with current operational procedures and documentation.

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• 3 – 5 years relevant experience in an Operations environment
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Highly numerate, with the ability to capture, analyse, and present data accurately
• Quality-focused with a commitment to maintaining high standards
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Positive, energetic, and results-driven approach
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills
• Logical and analytical thinker
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills