Reference: 9756 MLRConsultant: Michelle le Roux
Job Description:
Shipping and Financial
Coordinate Import Operations: Liaise with international suppliers and vendors to facilitate the timely shipment of goods.
Manage Logistics and Transportation: Optimize transportation methods and routes to ensure efficient and cost-effective import processes.
Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all import activities comply with customs regulations, trade laws, and international standards.
Handle Documentation: Oversee the preparation and accuracy of all necessary import documentation, including bills of lading, invoices, and customs declarations.
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, to ensure on-time delivery and address any delays or issues.
Update Shipment Status: Update the working documents such as Purchase Orders and Shipping Records on the ERP system. Update shipping dates and calculate and maintain payment dates of invoices based on Supplier Terms.
Manage Relationships: Maintain strong relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and other key stakeholders.
Resolve Issues: Address and resolve any problems related to shipment delays, damages, or compliance violations.
Optimize Costs: Analyse import costs and implement strategies to reduce expenses and improve cost efficiency.
Maintain Records: Keep accurate and up-to-date records of all import transactions, shipments, and related activities. Update the online tracker of shipments, payments and hedging instruments.
Implement Policies: Develop and enforce shipping policies and procedures to streamline import operations.
Collaborate Across Departments: Work closely with procurement, sales, production, and other departments to align import activities with company goals.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with international shipping, such as geopolitical issues, currency fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions.
Continuous Improvement: Continuously assess and improve import processes to enhance efficiency, reliability, and performance.
Effectively Manage the Shipping Team: Assess performance, timeliness and development of internal shipping team.
Qualifications:
Tertiary Qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business or a Related Field.
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.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team
Proficiency in logistics software and shipment tracking systems.
In-depth understanding of customs regulations and international trade compliance.
Fluent in English
Willingness to stay updated on global shipping and trade regulations.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Strong mathematical and analytical skills required.
Job Type: Full-time
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