Logistics Document Controller

3 weeks ago

Durban, South Africa Profession Hub Full time

Our client in the mining industry is looking for a Logistics Document Controller (contract Hire) to join their team in Durban.

**Summary**
Under supervision and guidance, the logistics document controller will perform a wide variety of duties and tasks related to logistics document verification and management system. Work with freight forwarders, monitor their daily activities and report to the business.

**Position Type/Expected Hours of Work**
**This is a one (1) year contract position**, Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend work may be
required as job duties demand

**Required Education and Experience**
- **Bachelor’s degree** in Supply Chain, Business Admin, Accounting, Finance alternatively, an engineering degree with significant Commercial analysis experience
- Three (3) years of related working experience.
- **Fluent in English and Afrikaans**:

- Technical and functional proficiency in material & logistics knowledge, geography of Sub Sahara Africa, shipping methods, material handling equipment, import-export procedures and exposure to a variety of processes (mining industry, maintenance, mobile equipment).
- Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

**Essential Functions**
- Ensure that all paperwork has been supplied by the freight forwarder in line with the business instructions.
- Work closely with the different freight forwarders in obtaining the relevant documentation in good time after shipment completion.
- Create an efficient filing system and file retrieval process for all shipment.
- Develop and maintain a cost per shipment report.
- Tracking trucks and filling out any paperwork and provide documentation for each shipment.
- Checking pre-alerts, tracking report and invoices, GDN to ensure documents correspond.
- Follow-up with freight forwarders / drivers on movement of trucks and resolve any issues.
- Follow-up on insurance payment for damaged Cargo
- Daily/weekly reporting requirements
- Perform other duties as required.

**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions**

**Competencies**
- Technical Capacity
- Financial Management
- Business Acumen
- Communication Proficiency
- Ethical Conduct
- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Strategic Thinking

**Supervisory Responsibility**
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

**Work Environment**
This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

**Challenges**
- Effectively monitor the shipment, receipt, consolidation, and clearance of materials / product inbound the mine-sites in order to effectively complete record files.
- Adapting to changing regulation in the different African countries; Implementation of government regulations without prior notice: Government may implement regulation changes without giving prior notice to importer / exporter. This requires the incumbent to ensure that records are effectively completed with all newly implemented documentation requirements.
- Maintain effective communication with the various freight forwarders and warehousing facilities with respect to shipment requirements.
- Critically analyzing service provider invoices to ensure accuracy against agreed rates schedule
- Maintaining a cost per shipment detailed report in order to evaluate logistics plans to assess for improvements and cost cutting.

**Physical Demands**
- Work is performed primarily in an office setting, and occasionally at the port, warehouse or freight forwarded location.
- While performing the duties of his job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, **demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see**:

- Occasionally may be required to l**ift moderately heavy objects (up to 25 pounds).**:

- Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in an outdoor or plant environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and other protective equipment as required.
- The company promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing.

  • Logistics Document Controller

    4 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Jelocorp Full time

    **_Requirements:_** - Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business Admin, Accounting, Finance alternatively, an engineering degree with significant Commercial analysis experience. - 3 Years related working experience - Fluent English - Technical & functional proficiency in material & logistics knowledge, geography of Sub Sahara Africa, shipping methods,...

  • Logistics Document Controller

    2 weeks ago

    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Jelocorp Full time

    _Requirements:_ Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business Admin, Accounting, Finance alternatively, an engineering degree with significant Commercial analysis experience. 3 Years related working experience Fluent English Technical & functional proficiency in material & logistics knowledge, geography of Sub Sahara Africa, shipping methods, material handling...

  • Junior Logistics Controller

    4 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Siphumeza Placements Full time

    Junior Logistics Controller is required for a Logistics Solutions Company based in Durban. **Main Purpose of the Job**: Execution of operational activities related to Exports, Port Operations and Imports, liaising with services providers, ensuring that all shipments are executed efficiently and cost effectively. - Execute the logistics processes, to ensure...

  • Depot Logistics Controller

    4 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Pollock and Associates Full time

    Depot Logistics Controller Distribution / Transport / Logistics / Supply Chain ~ FMCG / Food & Bev /Agri Durban - Kwa Zulu Natal - South Africa Reporting to the National Logistics Manager you will be responsible for managing the Durban warehouse, distribution, assets and staff. You will be required to collaborate with Business Units, call centres,...

  • Depot Logistics Controller

    2 weeks ago

    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Pollock and Associates Full time

    Depot Logistics Controller Distribution / Transport / Logistics / Supply Chain ~ FMCG / Food & Bev /AgriDurban - Kwa Zulu Natal - South AfricaReporting to the National Logistics Manager you will be responsible for managing the Durban warehouse, distribution, assets and staff. You will be required to collaborate with Business Units, call centres,...

  • Transport Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Bidvest International Logistics Full time

    **Job Purpose**: To efficiently and effectively fulfil the requirements necessary for the operational controlling of BIL KZN Operations according to the company’s policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and legislation. **Qualifications & Experience**: - Matric. - Relevant Transport or Logistics Diploma / Degree. - Minimum of two years working...

  • Document Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa S Hire Full time

    Our national company seeks a Document Controller to control all company documents to ensure that all updated documents are available on the required drives and submitted to the Passport 360 team to upload on Passport 360. Required to update all client’s data bases (Comply Work, Avetta etc.) and ensure that all depot report IOD to Workmans Compensation and...

  • Logistics Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Futurelink Global Recruitment Full time

    **Introduction** Our client based in Durban is looking for a Logistics and Distribution Controller to join their supply chain team. The incumbent will report into the National Supply Chain Manager. **Duties & Responsibilities** Cost reduction of the distribution and logistics of the company's products. Implementing warehousing and logistics...

  • Export Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Seamaster Maritime & Logistics (PTY) PTD Full time

    ONLY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED VIA THE FOLLOWING LINK WILL BE SHORTLISTED: **ABOUT SEAMASTER MARITIME & LOGISTICS** Seamaster was founded in 1998 by some of South Africa’s top logistic experts. Since then it has grown to be a company with a global network. Seamaster Maritime & Logistics is a leading, internationally-recognized freight-forwarding business,...

  • Transport Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Bidvest International Logistics Full time

    **Job Purpose**: An exciting position is available withi Bidvest International Logistics for Transport Admnistrator who will be taking control of the transport costing (primary and supplementary). Ensure quality, proactiveness, and very high levels of communication to 3rd party Service Providers, internal staff and management. This role is the back office...

  • Transport Administrator Ftc 6months

    3 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Bidvest International Logistics Full time

    **Job Purpose**: Taking control of the transport costing (primary and supplementary). Ensure quality, proactiveness, and very high levels of communication to 3rd party Service Providers, internal staff and management. This role is the back office function for transport responsible for ensuring that all transport costing (buy/sell) data is updated in...

  • Junior QA Document Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa JDJ Diagnostics Full time

    JDJ Diagnostics requires a Junior QA Document Controller who will be responsible for issuing and maintaining non-conformances, drafting minutes of meetings, and quality assurance administrative duties. Provide an effective and proficient Document Control and Administrative support service to the QA Division. **Key Responsibilities** - Controlling &...

  • Logistics Controller

    3 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Swiss Build Full time

    Matric - Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Logistics Controller - Must be computer literate - Excel **Responsibilities**: Tracking of local and truck drivers (Daily) Entering of times on trip sheets (Daily ) Filing of all relevant information to each correct file. (Daily) Monitoring and updating of excel sheets ( Daily ) Drivers Trip log sheets from start...

  • Financial Controller

    4 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Adzuna ZA B C2 Full time

    Our prestigious FMCG company is seeking a talented individual to join their team as a Financial Controller - Logistics. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the logistics operations run smoothly and effectively, enabling the company to deliver their products to customers efficiently and reliably. This is your opportunity for professional growth and...

  • Transport Administrator

    2 weeks ago

    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Bidvest International Logistics Full time

    Job Purpose:An exciting position is available withi Bidvest International Logistics for Transport Admnistrator who will be taking control of the transport costing (primary and supplementary). Ensure quality, proactiveness, and very high levels of communication to 3rd party Service Providers, internal staff and management. This role is the back office...

  • Logistics Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Ciazcon Full time

    Logistics Coordinator - Durban, South Africa Provide logistic support and oversee overall logistic processes. Plan, manage, and coordinate logistics support operations for smooth shipping, deliveries, and collections. Deal with Warehouses regarding stock levels, logistics, and work orders. Control inventory and storage space. Ensure optimal storage...

  • Logistics Controller/planner

    3 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Talented Recruitment Full time

    Join a leading LPG shipping and trading company as a Logistics Controller/Planner! This exciting opportunity is based in Umbilo and requires strong planning ability and management qualities. **Key tasks and responsibilities**: - Strong planning ability - Route trucks efficiently - Keeping customers updated regarding their orders - Preparing and presenting...

  • Logistics Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Ciazcon Full time

    Currently we are searching for a Logistics Coordinator for Durban, South Africa.Responsibilities of this Post:Providing logistic support and overseeing the overall logistic processes.Dealing with Warehouses (Stock levels, logistics and work orders). Inventory control and storage space maintenance.Planning, management, and coordination of logistics support...

  • Logistics Administrator

    1 week ago

    Durban, South Africa Tower Group Full time

    **Logistics Administrator (6-month contract)** An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for two experienced and suitably qualified Logistics Administrator to join the Auto Logistics team based in Durban. **Purpose of the job**: Coordination of Road & Sea Logistics function in line with responsible destination **Experiential and Educational...

  • Logistics Controller/co-ordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Durban, South Africa Unique Personnel Full time

    Job Title - LOGISTICS CONTROLLER/CO-ORDINATOR - Job Number - 72776 - Skills - Logistics - Industry - medical supplies - City - eThekwini (Durban) - Job Description - Inherent Requirements - MUST RESIDE IN OR AROUND THE CANELANDS/ VERULAM AREA (DURBAN) MUST HAVE OWN RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM WORK - Minimum Qualification - Any - Terms