Imports controller
Imports controller needed
Bedfordview
To work on the clients site
Package R 30 000 to R 38 000 depending on experience
The candidate will need to manage all the import shipments from the clients side on site
Tracking of shipments
Paperwork
Obtain freight quotes and prepare for sign off and submit to the clients head office which is in Dubai
The candidate must have 10 – 15 years of experience as an imports controller
Shipshape experience required
- Incoterms knowledge
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook Express and the ability to learn other software programs
- Good writing and verbal communication skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and to consistently meet deadlines
- Ability to prioritise and organise work load with a sense of urgency
- Strong communication skills
- Work well under pressure
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Key Tasks
- Invoicing
- Creditors / Debtors
- Registering Files on Shipshape
- Invoicing on Shipshape
- Liaising with clients regarding their shipments
- Acquittals
- Bill of Ladings. Requesting ANF’s, Obtaining release from shipping lines
- Delivery of Cargo
- Processing Cargo Dues
- Processing of Creditors invoices
- Status reports
- Booking freight
- Planning and securing ocean freight space
- Checking and updating weekly and monthly reports
Communication
- Daily interaction with client and clients client and suppliers
- Regular Status report updates to clients and the company
- Effective use of telephonic and email communications
- Maintain a good professional relationship with service providers, customers, and the team
Reporting
- This candidate will report to the relevant Manger of the department
General
- The ability to work flexible hours when required
- Self-motivated individual
Email cv to cvs@gcas.co.za