Road Freight Administrator (Temporary)

United Exports is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Road Freight Administrator to provide temporary administrative support to our Logistics team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys coordinating multiple stakeholders, and has a passion for ensuring the smooth movement of goods within the fruit export industry.

Key Responsibilities

Communication & Coordination

• Proactively follow up with transporters and loading points to confirm schedules, readiness, and progress.

• Provide accurate and timely updates to packhouses, farms, and third-party loading and offloading facilities.

• Identify operational concerns and communicate them to relevant stakeholders, escalating high-risk or unresolved matters when required.

Systems Administration

• Capture and file Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation accurately and within required deadlines.

• Process system transactions accurately, completely, and timeously.

• Maintain up-to-date and accurate information across all ERP and export systems.

Cost Administration

• Create purchase orders using approved rates and ensure all supporting documentation is complete and accurate.

General Administration

• Perform general road freight administrative duties.

• Maintain organised, accessible, and audit-ready records and documentation.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric (Senior Certificate).

• Previous experience within the fruit industry will be advantageous.

• Experience working with ERP and export systems will be beneficial.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent written communication and email etiquette.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong computer literacy.

• Knowledge of the fruit export industry.

• ERP and export system experience.

• Strong administrative and organisational skills.

Personal Attributes

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability.

• Team player with excellent communication skills.

• Results-driven and detail-oriented.

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable exposure within a leading fruit export business while working alongside an experienced logistics team. If you are organised, proactive, and passionate about keeping operations running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you.

_Apply today and become part of our dynamic Logistics team._