Forwarding and Clearing Compliance ManagerOur client is searching for a Forwarding and Clearing Compliance Manager to join their team in Johannesburg East.Description of position:The responsibility of the Forwarding and Clearing Compliance Manager is to provide strategic planning, leadership, and coordination of the Business Unit Functions across operational, HR/IR, and financial disciplines. This includes the monitoring and analyzing of operational efficiencies and cost-effectiveness, as well as the actual day-to-day performance of various operational activities.Operational Requirements:Maintain relationships with Agents, SARS Customs, Service Providers (Internal & External), and clients. (MUST)Manage and control the forwarding/receipt of inbound and outbound cargo documentation.Liaise and negotiate with statutory bodies to ensure effective finalization of the documentation processes.Manage the C&F team and ensure they are all up to date on new statutory requirements.Clearing documentation for road freight.Prepare management reports.Drive and manage profitable and consistent commercial retention, new business development, and growth initiatives.Identify staff development/training needs and ensure high levels of staff motivation and enthusiasm.Ensure the effective running and coordination of the Forwarding and Clearing Compliance Manager's operational function.Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.Set up reports and tools to rate performance/inefficiencies and implement action plans.Maintain client satisfaction through cooperation with allied disciplines (entries, invoicing, customs, transporters).Ensure effective and efficient client communication across all departments within the branch.Experience in Customs Clearing & overall Clearing & Forwarding processes.Knowledge of EasiClear / CompuClear.Must be able to frame entries in the absence of the Entry Clerks.Managing a Forward and Clearing Team.Exposure to Industrial Relations procedures and staff performance evaluations.Responsible for compliance with the Customs Act and SARS Regulations, including changes to the Acts and their effects on the company.Stay updated on changes to the Customs Act and SARS Legislation.Inform the board of changes to legislation, present these changes, and guide the organization accordingly.Minimum Qualifications:Matric.Tertiary Qualification in Logistics / Supply Chain.Minimum of 10 years working experience within the Logistics and Supply Chain Industry.Minimum 5 years experience in managing a Forward and Clearing Team.Strong knowledge of Customs Clearing & overall Clearing & Forwarding processes.Fully computer literate, with an aptitude for technology and systems (knowledge of EasiClear / Asakhuda / Diamond is advantageous).Experience in urgent, express, and cross-border road freight.Competent in MS Office.MUST have relationships with Agents, SARS Customs, Service Providers (Internal & External), and clients at Botswana, Namibia, Swaziland, and Lesotho borders.
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