Shipping Coordinator

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Somerset West, Western Cape area, has an opportunity available for a Shipping Coordinator.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements:

• Minimum Qualification: Diploma in Shipping /Maritime/Logistics/Transportation or related qualification.
• Driver’s license is a minimum requirement
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Shipping, Logistics or Transportation environment.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Shipping, Logistics and/or Transportation environment.
• 5-years proven experience in Managing the outbound logistics (sea & airfreight) of all sales to clients - container handling processes, Exports, inspections, preparation & submission of all required documentation to port authorities & customs entries and clearing services.  
• 5-years proven experience in Shipping, Logistics, Transportation and managing the inbound logistics (sea & airfreight) of all raw materials & components, inspections, customs clearances, and transportation from the port to arrival to site.
• Experience in managing the 12-month rolling outbound shipping plan.
• Understanding of handling dangerous and/or flammable goods will be an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of all modes of transport regulations, compliance standards and INCOTERMS.
• Knowledge, understanding and transactional exposure on ERP systems.
• Knowledge of SAP would be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of processes, administration, procedures, quality, production, products, maintenance and safety requirements.
• Extensive experience in Managing and establishing best communication relations with Transport & Freight Forwarder service providers
• Knowledge of SAP

KPAs:

• Understanding of handling dangerous goods and/or flammables will be an added advantage.
• Map and review the shipping plan in line with the financial sales plan as well as Consolidate quarterly shipping plan to reduce shipping costs.
• Monitor shipping budget on monthly expenses by comparison of Budgeted values per project.
• Propose shipping solutions for local and external customers/client.

Please note should you not receive a response within 7 days of applying, you may consider your application as being unsuccessful. 

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