Senior Shipping Controller

• 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.