Logistics: Shipping Manager

2 weeks ago


Benoni, South Africa Green Marble Recruitment Consultants Full time

Gauteng, Benoni
- R 30 000 - R 40 000 Monthly Cost To Company (Medical Aid and Pension Fund, Market related)

A well established, international concern is looking for a hands on and experienced Shipping Manager to lead the department, based in Boksburg at their Head Office. Knowledge of shipping terminology and INCO terms are non-negotiable.

**Minimum requirement**
- Grade 12
- Diploma / Degree in Logistics or 7 years’ shipping experience.
- 5 - 10 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Must understand INCO terms and shipping terminology, non-negotiable.
- Import / Export course
- A clear understanding of Incoterms, processes, and procedures of exporting.
- Must have effective communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and overtime where required.
- Knowledge of Logistics (Road, Air, and Sea).
- Knowledge of Imports and Exports.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word / Excel / Outlook).
- Knowledge of ERP Systems (SAGE ACCPAC).
- Diffuse difficult and tense situations with demanding customers.

**Responsibilities**

**Main Duties**
- Handling the logistics of the export file.
- Coordinate the movement of export cargo.
- Arrange cartage with approved service providers.
- Communicate efficiently and pro-actively with clients and 3rd party approved service providers.
- Processing of export documents i.e., Bill of Lading (Master and House), EUR1 certificates.
- Certificate of origin, CNCA certificates, Cargo dues, CTN (Cargo tracking notes).
- Reconcile 3rd party invoice for payment.
- Liaise with the Sales Controller to invoice clients within 4 working days of the vessel sailing.
- Maximize job file revenue.
- Track and trace shipment until final delivery.
- Handle Cross Trade shipments.
- Check freight in the warehouse for shipments.

**Exports**
- Handle the logistics of the export file.
- Communicate efficiently with clients and 3rd party approved service providers.
- Processing all export documents in accordance with standards.
- Pre-alerts to be sent to clients and overseas offices.
- Track and trace shipment to final delivery.
- Liaise with Sales Controller responsible to invoice timeously and maximize revenue once incoterms have been met.

**Imports**
- Ensure all shipments are cleared and delivered within the shortest possible time frame.
- Keep all clients fully informed of the progress of the shipment.
- Ensure all shipments’ Customs regulations are met.
- Where applicable ensure the respective company’s office at the origin is kept fully informed of the position of the cargo received.
- Advise the client of any cost amendments from the original estimate.
- Hand over all relevant documents to the customs department for the necessary framing of the entry.
- Liaise with hauliers and shipping lines.
- Ensure each shipment is profitable.
- Ensure clients are invoiced in line with what has been agreed upon and the costing is accurate.
- Ensure that the best possible rates are purchased from our service providers.
- Ensure the guidelines are carried out in accordance with the Procedure manual for the department.

For more information please contact:

- Dione Du Toit


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