Logistics Specialist

7 days ago

Roodepoort, Gauteng, South Africa Rugged SA Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per year

Job description

Company Overview

Rugged SA was established in 2016 and has been the local leader in the procurement and distribution of Rugged devices. More recently, it has been the partner of choice for leading companies and organizations in South Africa. We specialize in rugged products for Mining, Manufacturing, Warehousing, Logistics, and Agriculture, including the Telecoms industries. We supply rugged mobile devices to the consumer market through online and walk-in clients.

Rugged SA has an in-house technical division and Customer Service team that differentiates us from others as rugged device suppliers. Every day, we continue to focus on bringing the market superior products with our multitude of patents that direct and influence the rugged space.

Our organizational culture has allowed us to become an employer of choice for candidates and follows strict values to create a successful and dynamic Team. Our growth has been exponential in the past three years which indicates we are achieving our strategic goals as a Company.

Note that Rugged SA will be relocating to Irene, Pretoria in June 2026. Only those candidates that will be able to relocation will be considered.

Detailed Job Description

Duties will include, but not limited to the following:

  • Accurately complete all customs-related documents (e.g., invoices, HS codes, customs worksheets, SAD500, Clearing Instructions, and certificates of origin, etc)
  • Correct classification and valuation of goods
  • Quality control and verification before submission
  • Assess the accuracy of customs duties, tariffs, and VAT calculations
  • Effectiveness of communication with internal stakeholders, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government authorities
  • Responsiveness and clarity in communication
  • Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve customs & logistical issues
  • Ability to identify and mitigate potential customs risks and resolve issues proactively
  • Demonstrate cost savings or performance gains
  • Continuous improvement enhances productivity and reduces operational costs
  • Evaluates effectiveness in managing costs related to freight, customs duties, brokerage fees, and clearance charges
  • Minimization of penalties and demurrage
  • Staying up to date with changing customs regulations and trade agreements
  • Ability to manage relationships professionally
  • Demonstrates strong governance and compliance control
  • Ensuring that landed cost is kept to a minimum
  • Negotiate freight rates on a frequent basis
  • End-to-end logistics management
  • Assist with TDN's & VOC's

Minimum work experience:

  • Minimum of 3 (three) years in logistics/freight with customs knowledge
  • Project Management/facilitating experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (MS Teams, Excel (intermediate to advanced), PowerPoint and Outlook

Attributions

The below is non-negotiable:

  • Highly motivated and self- starter
  • Energetic and detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to prioritize responsibilities and work under pressure.
  • Time management and proper planning
  • Well-organized with OCD and able to work independently
  • Great attitude and team player
  • Result-orientated

Qualifications

  • Matric or equivalent
  • Post matric qualification in Logistics advantageous

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