Job Summary
Qualifications:
- Matric
- Tertiary Qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business or a Related Field
Requirements:
- Management Skills and Experience
- 5+ years of experience in shipping, logistics, or supply chain management
- Specific experience in managing import transactions and international shipping
- Excellent Microsoft Office skill level required
- Proficiency in logistics software and shipment tracking systems
- Fluent in English, (Afrikaans will be beneficial)
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills required
Duties:
- Negotiate with Carriers: Negotiate rates and contracts with shipping carriers, freight forwarders, and other logistics providers
Monitor Shipments: Track and monitor the status of inbound shipments, both Sea Freight and Air Freight - Update Shipment Status: Update the working documents such as Purchase Orders and Shipping Records on the ERP system
- Resolve Issues: Address and resolve any problems related to shipment delays, damages, or compliance violations
- Implement Policies: Develop and enforce shipping policies and procedures to streamline import operations
- Effectively Manage the Shipping Team: Assess performance, timeliness and development of internal shipping team
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with international shipping, such as geopolitical issues, currency fluctuations, and supply chain disruption
- Liaise with international suppliers and vendors to facilitate the timely shipment of goods
- Ensure all import activities comply with customs regulations
- Oversee the preparation and accuracy of all necessary import documentation
Objective Personnel
1977
Clearwater Office Park, Block E, Cnr Atlas & Park Roads, Parkhaven Ext 3
2-10
Recruiter
About
Objective Personnel is a professional recruitment partner and placement agency that has been making it’s mark on the industry for over 40 years. The company boasts a highly stream-lined service that offers its clients the freedom to focus on running their businesses while Objective Personnel deals with recruitment.
Objective Personnel is well suited to filling any vacancy, from entry level to the CEO, and everything in between. If your business has employment opportunities that need filling, Objective Personnel will help you fill them with competent and qualified screened candidates.
Situated near Johannesburg, Objective Personnel focuses on the whole of South Africa.