Junior Forwarding Controller

SUMMARY:
We invite candidates to apply for the Junior Forwarding Controller position for our client in the FMCG Industry. The position is based in Port Elizabeth.

POSITION INFO:
Main Duties/Key Results Areas:   

• Follow up on / expedite outstanding supplier orders. 
• Tracking of in-transit shipments. 
• Update Dashboard on order shipment details. 
• Liaise with shipping lines on schedules. 
• Create shipments on Syspro & link to purchase orders. 
• Make bookings with shipping lines, forwarding agents etc. 
• Sending of various reports to Directors / Traders. 
• Swopping out of customer loads whenever required. 
• Assisting with approvals or POR’s. 
• All other tasks and related duties as expected from the employer from time to time.

• 2 Years’ international shipping experience. 
• Knowledge of trade lanes.
• Knowledge of shipping lines and their operations.
• Syspro experience is advantageous. 
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills. 
• Related qualification advantageous.

• Good communication skills. 
• Ability to work independently while being a team player. 
• Meticulous attention to detail. 
• Accuracy and efficiency. 
• Excellent organizational skills. 
• Results orientated. 
• Customer liaison. 
• Ability to work in a highly pressurized and fast-paced environment. 
• Energetic and enthusiastic.