Shipping Administrator (Automotive Manufacturing)

SUMMARY:
Shipping Administrator support ordering, coordination, and costing of imports from foreign suppliers.

POSITION INFO:

Shipping Administrator (4-Month Contract)

Department: Purchasing (Shipping and Imports)

Job Purpose:
Support ordering, coordination, and costing of imports from foreign suppliers.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management or Shipping/Customs Certificate
• 2–3 years'' experience in a similar shipping/admin role

Main Responsibilities:

• Process and place approved orders with foreign suppliers
• Manage orders and shipping files using ERP and SharePoint
• Receive, validate, and file shipping documentation and invoices
• Monitor and update shipment status; follow up on deliveries
• Process clearing and forwarding documentation
• Track and update payment schedules and Forward Exchange Contracts (FEC)
• Assist with month-end procedures, reporting, and customs audits
• Calculate and document landed costs for each shipment
• Handle any shipping queries and provide admin support as needed