SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
OCEAN FREIGHT IMPORT CONTROLLER / DURBAN - Our client in Durban is looking for an experienced Imports Controller to manage the imports from overseas suppliers. The successful Candidate will be responsible for Processing of shipments for all air freight and ocean freight imports. Compile estimates timorously. Provide support in terms of administration and arrange all freight forwarding.
OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION
Processing of ocean import shipments in line with client requirements and stipulated quality measures.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Must have a Matric certificate (to submit with application)
Minimum 3 – 5 years ocean freight imports experience
Very good understanding of customs procedures
Sound knowledge of Incoterms 2010
Knowledge and experience in forwarding
Knowledge of Cargo Wise
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Conceptual, analytical numeracy skills
Problem Solving skills
Customer focus
Initiating action
Adaptability
Planning and organizing
Quality orientation
Stress tolerance
Be challenging/confident/calm and co-operative
Communication Skills
Strong Team Player
Attention to detail
Time Management
Honest, humble and respectful
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Customer Service
Timely and regular updates to Customer Services and or clients
Ensure all e-mails are answered within 4 hours and all urgent e-mails are actioned before close of business day
Communicate honestly and professionally with all internal and external clients
Any shipment that deviates from the routine (process flow) must be escalated to the Supervisor/Manager and if required to the Customer Service individual.
Financial
Ensure timely and correct payment of charges to shipping lines and service providers
Ensure invoice is done in line with clients agreed tariff and requirements
Ensure invoice is done before cargo is delivered
Scan copies of all invoice and supporting documents to client services and copy to EDOCS
Ensure P&L is printed and verified correct by signing off each one and placing it on the associated file
Ensure WIPS and accruals are checked on invoicing and file status changed to CMP
Process
Quality checks all documents received to verify all is compliant and is in order to proceed
Ensure timely handover of files to Entries Department
Ensure timely process of cargo dues
Ensure timely and correct receipt of delivery release orders
Ensure CTO is processed timely
Notify CS on scheduled delivery dates
Notify the Warehouse at least 24 hours prior to the delivery of cargo to the facility
Ensure all milestones are completed in Cargo Wise as to have accurate information available.
Supplier
Quality checks all documents received to verify all is compliant and is in order to proceed
Ensure timely and correct instructions given to shipping lines, transporters and third-party suppliers
Ensure containers /cargo is moved without delay
Ensure POD is received within 48 hours of delivery
Salary - Market Related
Undertakings – Criminal & Credit Check
Application Process:
To apply for the above-mentioned position, please e-mail your CV, Matric Certificate/qualifications & recent head & shoulder photo to: Solutions@workafrica.co.za, using Job Title " OCEAN FREIGHT IMPORT CONTROLLER DURBAN " as a reference in your application. Online applications will receive preference.
If you don’t hear from us within 3 weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful
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