Freight Forwarder
2 weeks ago
Our client based in Cape Town is an established Logistics company selling transport services to their clients who wants to move cargo internationally. They would like to appoint a Freight Forwarder who has a minimum of 2 years’ logistics experience in international movement of cargo (Air Freight, Sea Freight, Road Freight) and courier express shipments. Shipping experience to SADC countries is preferable.
DUTIES/TASKS:
- Costing
- Handle the export requirements of shipments from around the world including all related documentation.
- Handle the import requirements of shipments to various final destinations. Includes but not limited to:
- Good business sense and understanding of what makes a shipment profitable.
- Communications skills: liaising with clients regarding their shipping requirements (documents, shipping details, delivery etc.)
**JOB REQUIREMENTS**:
- A minimum of 2 years’ logistics experience in international movement cargo internationally Air Freight, Sea Freight, Road Freight and courier express shipments. Shipping experience to SADC countries is preferable
- Experience or knowledge of the following bodies and related requirements would be advantageous: PPECB, Bureau Veritas, DAF, State vet (SA), Intertek
- Experience or knowledge of the following documents: Certificate of Origin, SONCAP, Phytosanitary, SAD500, Bills of Lading, Import and Export Permits
- Shipping knowledge for general, perishable and hazardous cargo
- Computer Skills: MS Office (Moderate to Advanced Excel skills mandatory)
- Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written).
- Able to work independently and stick to strict timelines
- Reliable, organized and meticulous
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player
- Customer service driven
- Able to negotiate with suppliers
**Salary**: R18,000.00 - R20,000.00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cape Town, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
Application Question(s):
- Can you work productively from home?
**Experience**:
- Freight Forwarding: 2 years (required)
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