Clearing & Forwarding Controller
Listing reference: grind_000445
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 10 May 2024
Position summary
Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics
Job category: Forwarding and Clearing
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Sturrock Grindrod Maritime (Pty) Ltd is looking to secure the permanent services of a meticulous and customer-oriented Clearing & Forwarding Controller based in Durban. All suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply for this vacancy.
Job description
Reporting directly to the National C&F Manager, the responsibilities of the successful applicant will include, but are not limited to the following:
Key Performance Area:
- Processing of Customs / TPT and TNPA Cargo Documents (Imports and Exports)
- Compiling quotes and issuing purchase order as per approved customer quote
- Keep principals updated daily and ensure deadlines are met
- Liaise with all Service Providers, Principals and Shippers on an ongoing basis
- Processing and submission of 3rd party documentation i.e. COO, SADC, DAFF, Port Health, State Vet etc.
- Liasing with Other Government agencies to obtain cargo releases and meeting shipping line deadlines
- Customs Tariffing
Minimum requirements
Qualifications/ Experience:
- Matric / National Senior Certificate
- A minimum of five years clearing & forwarding experience in a similar position – imports/exports (including cross border clearances, bonded cargo)
- Relevant industry-related training and/or a relevant course in the maritime field an advantage
- Experience working on Shipshape or similar clearing & forwarding system program is essential
- Knowledge of the clearing & forwarding processes relevant to industry (Incoterms and the various shipping modes and procedures for different types of cargo-Bulk-Liquid/Dry, Break bulk, etc.)
Required skills:
- Able to work accurately with strong attention to detail
- Good communication skills (oral and written)
- Excellent organisational and administration skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Able to use initiative
- Ability to work independently, with a strong sense of responsibility
- Ability to collaborate with team members and attend to client queries and escalate queries and complaints appropriately
- Computer literacy – MS Word, MS Excel, Microsoft Outlook, ShipShape
- Ability to work after hours when needed
Applicants to send their CV’s to the HR Department: recruitment@sturrockgrindrod.com
Please state the following reference in the subject line of your application: C&F Controller – May 2024
Applications close 10 May 2024.
Please note that the position is open to internal and external candidates.
Due consideration will be given to the company’s equity targets.