Senior Shipping Controller

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire a Shipping Controller based in Town at the client.
Acknowledge new contracts and match the "supplier" with the "buyer" while ensuring all new shipments are populated and maintained in the "Shipment Schedule" file on the SharePoint site.
Open populate and maintain the relevant colored hardcopy files for each new shipment.
Monitor and update all shipment schedules in the "Shipment Schedule which includes ETA SOB and ETD.
Arrange container bookings for new shipments either directly with the Shipping Line or Agent.
Provide routing and tracking information on containers and bills of Landing Shipping documentation.
Update and inform clients on the status of their shipments/containers.
Arrange clearances and releases with relevant authorities and industry bodies.
Manage and control documentation flow by liaising with agents suppliers and customers for the correct and timely preparation of shipping documents.
Liaise with clients regarding documentation and tailormade requirements.
Monitor arrange and control road haul deliveries of containers/cargo.
Ensure that all documention align with supplier/buyer contacts.
Negotiate rates with relevant industry specialists.
In charge of accumulating the costing for different freight transportation for approval.
Monitor and ensure that all empty containers are uplifted for new shipments and turned in within the prescribed free time period.
Monitor the shipping budget on monthly expenses compared to the proposed budget for each project.
Follow relevant SOP and procedures.
Requirements Grade 12 Matric Certificate.
Tertiary Qualification advantageous.
Minimum 5 years in a similar role.
Ability to perform under pressure and meet changing deadlines.
Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively across different cultures and time zones.
Microsoft competency.
Good understanding of South African import and export procedures e.g Port Health DAFF etc.
2 - 3 years Sage 300 experience Previous knowledge of VIP Premier Stats SA expereince Advanced Excel Time and Attendance systems knowledge Weekly Wages experience