Import/Export Controller - Cape Town Verfied

Salary Negotiable Cape Town, Western Cape Cape Town, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 09-02-2018 9:42:51 AM
06-04-2018 9:42:51 AM
Job Description:

• Sales, customer service, booking, documentation, routing of assigned shipments;
• Communication with shipping companies to assure smooth work flow and customer satisfaction;
• Making quotation for branches/agents (Air/Sea);
• Negotiating prices with shipping companies;
• Provide branches/agents with all necessary customs documentation;
• Advising consignee and consignor on freight forwarding procedure;
• Shipment arrangement with branches/agents and shipping agent within timeline given;
• Following up with branches/agents for getting approval;
• The candidate will also perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills and Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent in Transport and Logistics;
• At least 2 years of professional experience in a similar position;
• Excellent spoken and written English;
• Ability to generate creative solutions, thanks to a problem solving approach;
• Very strong computer skills, in particular Excel and proprietary databases;
• Must be resourceful, flexible and detail-oriented
• Candidate should either have finished their studies or busy completing their studies in an accounting field
• Accuracy, attention to detail

Recruiter: Overseas AM