Import Clerk

We are currently seeking a skilled Procurement Clerk with a strong business ethic and a keen interest in supply chains. The position is an entry level administrative role.

**Job Objectives**:
1.Imports

1.1.Correct allocation of shipments to Clearing Agents and Transporters

1.2.Liaison with clearing agents, transporters, and shipping lines on all related imports

1.3.Negotiation on rates with all relevant agents

1.4.Verifying accuracy of rates and charges of the shipping lines, clearing agents and transporters

1.6.Liaise with ports and suppliers regarding vessel updates.

1.7.Updating and liaison with SARS (customs)

1.8.Updating of schedules, tariffs, and reports to relevant parties

1.9.Liaison with transporters regarding inland distribution and container turn in.

2.Administration

2.1. Daily, weekly, and monthly reporting as per requirements of agents, shipping lines and/or managers

2.2. Updating of container information

2.3. Collaboration between departments on discrepancies and/or problems relating to the imported products.

2.4. Accurately create Purchase Orders

2.5. Cost analysis and reporting

2.7. Invoice review and liaison with accounts department for payments

2.8. Assist and resolve all imports related queries.

3.Other

3.1. Liaise with other internal departments regarding imports and transport queries / changes.

3.2. Any tasks/projects handed to the employee on an ad-hoc basis by the Department Head / Supervisor.

**Skills, Abilities and Job Related Knowledge**:

- Has logical sense
- Good with numbers
- High concentration levels, working with accuracy
- Articulate and literate
- Motivated, proactive in constantly searching for new ideas

**Essential Competencies**:

- Adaptability
- Assertiveness
- Commercial power
- Energy
- Innovativeness
- Negotiation
- Networking
- Persuasiveness
- Verbal expression

**Salary**: R13 000,00 - R15 000,00 per month

**Education**:

- High School (matric) (required)

**Experience**:

- Motor Industry: 2 years (preferred)
- SAP: 2 years (preferred)
- Import Clerk: 3 years (required)
- administration: 3 years (required)
- Customer Service: 3 years (required)
- Microsoft Office: 3 years (required)
- Customs: 2 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

License/Certification:

- Logistics/Supply Chain qualification (preferred)

Application Deadline: 2023/09/15