Career Opportunities: Shipping & Logistics Technician (1971)

Career Opportunities: Shipping & Logistics Technician (1971)

Requisition ID 1971 - Posted - Operations - Full-Time - South Africa

Fall Creek is creating a world with better blueberries through its friendly, collaborative team spread across the globe. To help us accomplish this, we are seeking a qualified Shipping & Logistics Technician. This position will be located in Paarl, South Africa.

Position Summary:

Under instructions, this position is responsible for supporting the Shipping and Logistic department in the preparation of shipments, coordinating the packaging with the packing team, and assisting in labeling all Local and Export shipments to customers according to Fall Creek Standards and Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL FIT:

This position reports to the Operations Manager and works closely with the Production and Customer Service teams.

JOB SETTING:

Office and Warehouse setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (Other duties may be assigned)

• Generate pull slips and labels for the shipments according to the shipping planner and coordinate with the packing team.
• Control all loadings at the nursery and cooler, checking all pallets for good packaging, banding, and labeling.
• Print all required documents, handle them to the driver, and ensure all necessary signatures and stamps are obtained.
• File and digitize all corresponding documents for each shipment in SAP.
• Book internal transport as needed, usually from the nursery to the cooler or vice versa.
• Perform other administrative tasks such as processing purchases for internal transport and goods receipt, placing data loggers, managing inventory, and reviewing the packing planner daily.
• Organize and book all export shipments with support from the regional export specialist.
• Organize and book domestic transports for shipments to customers, making necessary arrangements and preparing required documents.
• Track arrivals and resolve any incidents during transit.
• Record and track accurate information regarding all shipments and movements in SAP.
• Perform supplier prospecting for transportation services and obtain quotations for various destinations.
• Collaborate in organizing intra-community shipments for other departments.
• Coordinate transport from global suppliers to our nursery according to schedule and departmental needs.
• Handle administrative tasks such as requesting VAT documents for intra-community shipments, processing purchases for services, validating logistics invoices, and organizing courier shipments.
• Perform any other ad-hoc tasks as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Degree or Diploma in Planning, Logistics, or Administration) is advantageous.
• Administrative experience (vocational training or undergraduate training).
• Previous experience in logistics is desirable but not essential.
• Basic command of computer programs such as Excel, Word, and SAP.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to handle conflict efficiently.
• Solution-driven mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to multitask.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Who is Fall Creek? We are a US-based company focused on blueberry genetics, plants, and grower support delivered to the world’s premier blueberry growers. We have built a dynamic team of global experts, including breeders, researchers, propagators, nursery professionals, and customer service experts. Our mission is to serve growers and support the blueberry industry, ensuring they maximize success through our delivery of the best genetics and plants, technical know-how, and global market intelligence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Fall Creek Farm & Nursery offers a competitive salary and benefits package for this role. This position is office-bound, but will require the candidate to support the production team over weekends on a rotational basis.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

For consideration, please send the following documents in support of your application for this role:

• Personal CV/resume (including recent references)
• Copy of ID
• Copy of Qualification & Education Records

** Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please ensure you have access to a desktop or electronic device for a virtual meeting as part of the interview process.