LOGISTICS SPECIALIST

Cape Town

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About PDS

?Prestige Distribution Services (PDS) is a subsidiary of The Prestige Cosmetics Group (PCG), which provides distribution and commercial services to Coty Beauty SA (Pty) Ltd.? Employees of PDS are 100% dedicated to Coty and work on exciting prestige brands.

?About Coty

?Coty is a global leader in beauty. We’re World #1 in Fragrance and World #3 in Color Cosmetics. Our iconic portfolio of more than 77 brands are sold in over 150 countries around the world. We believe in beauty with a purpose and brands that inspire, no matter where they are in the world. The Coty Africa team is bringing our business of BEAUTY, to life in Africa – localized and sustainable.?

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Job Purpose

?The role is mainly accountable for managing inbound shipments from Distribution Centre’s in Europe to our distributor partner in South Africa. The candidate will also collaborate with central operations and transportation teams on shipments to distributor partners across the African continent.

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Job Requirements

?Your main areas of responsibility will include the following:

?·?????? Manage inbound shipments from EU Distribution Centers to South Africa

·?????? Manage relationship with Logistics Service Providers in South Africa to ensure shipments delivered in a timely manner.

·?????? Manage end-to-end delivery solution for products being shipped from suppliers.

·?????? Implement and adhere to Global Transport standards related to processes and systems.

·?????? Validate customs entries in line with import regulations in South Africa

·?????? Maintain up to date customs duties database for all African countries.

·?????? Maintain monthly/quarterly customs duties cost forecasts.

·?????? Prepare monthly/quarter Customs Duties, Transportation and Warehouse forecast on anticipated costs for Supply Chain Finance teams.

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Education:

·?????? Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business/Supply Chain/Logistics

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Required experience:

?·?????? 3 to 5 years logistics experience (Importation, Customs clearance)

·?????? Good knowledge and understanding of import regulation in South Africa

·?????? Experience with importation into North, East and West Africa would be advantages.

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Technical Skills

• Good business and financial acumen and S&OP knowledge

·?????? Good planning and organisational skills, including prioritisation and time management.

·?????? Can effectively and efficiently handle multiple, simultaneous, complex tasks and projects.

·?????? Analytical skills and attention to detail

·?????? Good problem-solving abilities.

• Customer centric approach and the ability to respond to customer needs.

·?????? Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, with diverse stakeholders.

·?????? Good self-management, resilience and learning agility.

·?????? Able to work independently and as part of a team.

·?????? Good written and verbal communication skills

·?????? Proficient in Microsoft Office with intermediate to advanced Excel

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Travel??????????????????????????????? n/a

Seniority Level??????????????? Skilled

Industry??????????????????????????? Wholesale & Retail Luxury and Beauty Goods

Employment Type???????? Full-time

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?Benefits

?o?? Competitive guaranteed TCTC package

o?? Company performance bonus based on global company performance. (variable pay, not guaranteed)

o?? Learning and growth opportunities on-the-job

o?? Inclusive, dynamic start up culture

o?? 23 days leave per annum

o?? Employee Wellbeing Programme

o?? Product allocation

o?? Company pension contribution

o?? Company medical aid scheme, means no pre-screenings for membership

o?? Preferential rates for Gap Cover

o?? Study leave for related studies as per Study Policy

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Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

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Submit your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected]? by 28 June 2024.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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