Snr Customs Clerk

SUMMARY:
I am on the hunt for a seasoned Customs Clerk as one of my clients in the freight forwarding and clearing space has an exciting opportunity available. The successful incumbent will be responsible for costing and estimates, import/export management, customer service and general administration. Tariffing experience essential! Apply now or lose out on this great opportunity.

POSITION INFO:

The Ideal Candidate

 

• Must have a minimum of 6 years’ clearing and forwarding customs experience
• Must have sound knowledge of shipping documents & procedures required - must be very strong with tariffing – non neg!
• Must have excellent computer skills – MS Office
• Must have working knowledge of Compuclear
• Must have good mathematical and analytical skill sets. E

 

Duties Include:

• Receipt of Documents / Shipping Instructions / Booking requests
• Monitoring documents and requests from Clients & Head Office and acting accordingly.
• Prepare and complete every file for invoicing, ensure customer documents are delivered on time.
• Follow up on all customer collections / deliveries to a warehouse to pack / Port if packed by the client and always meet and exceed customer expectations with constant communication - Telephonic & Electronic
• Registration of shipments on Shipshape and requesting for SOE details
• Processing of Certificate Of Origins, EUR1, SADC and GSP certificates
• Extensive knowledge and experience in SARS Customs Affairs and attending to all related queries. Must be able to work within a team and also work unsupervised
• Handle all Customs, SAPS and Borders police Stops until it is Released
• Prepare estimates for logistics quotes
• Negotiating best possible rates for ocean/ air/ road/rail to secure the business
• Control and manage companies export freight rates noting validities and updating when necessary
• Produce estimates within the required time constraints, but with precision and accuracy

 

Qualifications

• Must have matric – non neg!
• Certification in Customs Clearing & Forwarding -or Logistics Diploma/Degree – advantageous

Apply now to grab this amazing opportunity!

 

Please note the above is the minimum criteria to be considered for the position

 

NB – Please note that due to COVID 19, recruiters are not able to contact each applicant. However, for peace of mind, your CV will automatically be kept on our database for any future positions that may match your skills and competencies.

 

NB! This job is now closed. You can apply for other jobs by uploading your CV.

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