Logistics Support & Executive Assistant
Hire Resolve · Cape Town, Western Cape
Posted 23 October 2026
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- This is a high-ownership hybrid position split into two core areas of focus. 60% Logistics Coordination & Support: Tracking premium shipments, assisting with customs clearing, and managing meticulous client communication. 40% Executive Assistant Support: Working directly alongside the founder to streamline business operations, manage schedules, and execute key business tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate premium logistics for high-value, fragile cargo, fine art, and designer items.
- Assist with customs clearing documentation and compliance processes via SARS systems.
- Maintain meticulous communication with galleries, elite collectors, and international art fair coordinators.
- Provide direct EA support to the founder, including calendar management and business operations.
- Take full independent ownership of operational tasks handed over by the executive team.
- Manage tight logistics timelines calmly and efficiently under peak seasonal pressure.
Key Requirements
- 2–4 years in logistics, clearing & forwarding, freight coordination, or operations support.
- Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans (excellent spoken and written proficiency is non-negotiable).
- Valid driver's license and reliable own transport are essential.
- Willingness to learn is more important than current systems knowledge (ShipShape experience is an advantageous bonus, but not required).
- High loyalty, exceptional reliability, a calm-under-pressure attitude, and a sharp eye for detail.
- Comfortable putting in extra hours during seasonal peaks or when high-stakes shipments require it.