Logistics Coordinator and Manager

Recruiter:

Network Contracting

Job Ref:

NCM003554/MAR

Date posted:

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

30000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Industry: Manufacturing & Engineering
Are you a driven, analytical Industrial Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a manufacturing environment?
We are seeking a motivated and organised Junior Logistics & Production Planning Manager to coordinate purchasing, materials planning, production requirements and supplier deliveries. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Industrial Engineer who wants to gain exposure to the full manufacturing supply chain and play a key role in ensuring efficient production operations.
The successful candidate will act as the link between the manufacturing plant, suppliers and internal planning functions, ensuring that the right parts and materials are available at the right time to meet production requirements.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate purchasing activities and ensure the timely procurement of parts, components and production materials.
Assist with production planning and materials requirements planning in line with manufacturing schedules.
Liaise closely with the manufacturing plant to understand production needs, priorities and delivery deadlines.
Monitor supplier availability, order confirmations and delivery schedules to ensure materials arrive on time.
Follow up with suppliers on outstanding orders, delayed deliveries and potential supply chain constraints.
Coordinate stock availability and warehouse requirements to support uninterrupted production.
Identify potential material shortages and proactively communicate risks that could affect production.
Work with internal stakeholders to align purchasing, logistics, inventory and production planning activities.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, delivery schedules and planning documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve stock control, material flow, lead times and operational efficiency.

Minimum Requirements

BEng, BSc or BTech Degree in Industrial Engineering.
2–4 years’ relevant experience in warehousing, logistics, materials planning, purchasing or production planning within a manufacturing environment.
A valid, unendorsed driver’s licence.
Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise with suppliers and manufacturing teams.
Good planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in MS Office; exposure to ERP or MRP systems will be advantageous.

Advantageous

A valid forklift licence.
Experience in inventory control, procurement or supplier coordination.
Exposure to manufacturing processes, production schedules and materials planning systems.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an energetic, hands-on individual who is eager to learn, takes ownership of tasks and understands the importance of keeping production running efficiently. You should be comfortable working across departments, following up on deliveries and resolving material availability challenges before they impact production.
This role is ideally suited to an early-career Industrial Engineer who wants to build a strong foundation in logistics, procurement, supply chain management and manufacturing operations.

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