Logistics Operations Co-Ordinator

Logistics Operations Co-Ordinator

Job ID:  17206
Company:  Volkswagen Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: 

ZA

Department:  Production and Logistics
Career Level:  Professionals
Shift:  Full-time
Contract type:  Unlimited
Remote Working:  By agreement
Posting Date:  3 Sept 2025

Logistics Operations Co-Ordinator

The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Logistics Operations Co-ordinator position in the Logistics Department - Production (Kariega)

Brief Role Description

To facilitate the achievement of the Department’s Financial, OHSE, Quality, Sustainability and Productivity Targets through the implementation of appropriate KPI’s and related analysis tools and processes as well as the control and measuring of the (LSP) Logistics Service Provider and other VWSA Departments Performance

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • To facilitate the coordination of Logistics activities between Various VWSA Departments and the external (LSP’s) Logistics Service Providers.
  • Support production with investigations regarding any Logistics supply and LSP issues
  • Monitor LSP (Logistics Service Provider) personnel on effective use of the VWSA systems i.e.: SAP.
  • Institute / implement, KPI’s, checks and balances to ensure that the LSP (Logistics Service Provider) adhere to VWSA prescribed procedures and requirements.
  • Monitor and Measure main processes (KPI’S) and ensure agreed targets, trends and deadlines are running to an acceptable norm.
  • Monitor and Measure Inventory Control Processes (KPI’S) and ensure agreed targets, trends and deadlines are running to an acceptable norm in order to control stock adjustments.
  • Investigate and monitor Financial Accounts in SAP on a weekly basis and present reports to Logistics Management and Finance Management.
  • Supporting and chairing Gemba and other LSP Performance Management meetings.
  • Monitor and measure JIT supply processes and investigate any issues regarding supply

Qualification requirements

Have a National Diploma/Degree Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or Logistics

Experience needed

Have a minimum of 3 years Logistics Operations experience within an Automative environment.

Experience within  VWSA Production & Logistics Operations environment will be an added advantage)

Essentials

  • Knowledge of VWSA Process Control and Quality Management Systems.
  • Be computer proficient (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project)
  • Be proficient in SAP system.
  • Have good analytical and problem solving abilities, have attention to detail. Be able to communicate effectively up to Management level, both verbal and written. Be able to improve existing procedures and processes
  • Have good working knowledge of Warehouse and Inventory Management
  • Have comprehensive understanding of JIT supply processes
  • Have good understanding of OHSE requirements and Standards

Note:

At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team.


Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 12th October 2025 
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za

Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan

The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Logistics Operations Co-ordinator position in the Logistics Department - Production (Kariega)

Brief Role Description

To facilitate the achievement of the Department’s Financial, OHSE, Quality, Sustainability and Productivity Targets through the implementation of appropriate KPI’s and related analysis tools and processes as well as the control and measuring of the (LSP) Logistics Service Provider and other VWSA Departments Performance

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • To facilitate the coordination of Logistics activities between Various VWSA Departments and the external (LSP’s) Logistics Service Providers.
  • Support production with investigations regarding any Logistics supply and LSP issues
  • Monitor LSP (Logistics Service Provider) personnel on effective use of the VWSA systems i.e.: SAP.
  • Institute / implement, KPI’s, checks and balances to ensure that the LSP (Logistics Service Provider) adhere to VWSA prescribed procedures and requirements.
  • Monitor and Measure main processes (KPI’S) and ensure agreed targets, trends and deadlines are running to an acceptable norm.
  • Monitor and Measure Inventory Control Processes (KPI’S) and ensure agreed targets, trends and deadlines are running to an acceptable norm in order to control stock adjustments.
  • Investigate and monitor Financial Accounts in SAP on a weekly basis and present reports to Logistics Management and Finance Management.
  • Supporting and chairing Gemba and other LSP Performance Management meetings.
  • Monitor and measure JIT supply processes and investigate any issues regarding supply

Qualification requirements

Have a National Diploma/Degree Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or Logistics

Experience needed

Have a minimum of 3 years Logistics Operations experience within an Automative environment.

Experience within  VWSA Production & Logistics Operations environment will be an added advantage)

Essentials

  • Knowledge of VWSA Process Control and Quality Management Systems.
  • Be computer proficient (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project)
  • Be proficient in SAP system.
  • Have good analytical and problem solving abilities, have attention to detail. Be able to communicate effectively up to Management level, both verbal and written. Be able to improve existing procedures and processes
  • Have good working knowledge of Warehouse and Inventory Management
  • Have comprehensive understanding of JIT supply processes
  • Have good understanding of OHSE requirements and Standards

Note:

At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team.


Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 12th October 2025 
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za

Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan

Job ID:  17206
Company:  Volkswagen Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: 

ZA

Department:  Production and Logistics
Career Level:  Professionals
Shift:  Full-time
Contract type:  Unlimited
Remote Working:  By agreement
Posting Date:  3 Sept 2025

Volkswagen Group South Africa

Are you in?

We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.

What we offer :

  • Competitive packages
  • Benefits
  • Flexible Working model
  • Community Support
  • Employee Value Proposition

Recruitment Address

ssf.recuitment@vwsa.co.za

More information:

Volkswagen South Africa