Junior Freight Forwarder - Johannesburg
Unique Personnel
Job Number 72577 Job Type Permanent Job Title Junior Freight Forwarder Computer Skills MS Excel,MS Word,SAP,Inco Terms Industry Engineering City Johannesburg Province Gauteng Job Description Main Purpose of the Job: Execution of operational activities related to Exports, Port Operations and Imports, liaising with services providers, ensuring that all shipments are executed efficiently and cost effectively. Key Responsibilities: Operations: Execute the logistics processes, to ensure client needs are met in a timeous manner. Check compliance with the countries customs, shipping regulations, quality requirements and safety procedures, and confirm with Logistics Controller or Coordinator if in order. Prepare shipping documentation for custom purposes. Execute all activities related to the logistics for customers. Communicate with the Freight Forwarders in respect of specific transport movements. Check that client requirements are met to the service level agreed and proactively communicate any potential issues, to the Logistics Controller or Coordinator. Provide quick and responsive service. Build relationships with the upstream and downstream supply chain, external service providers and clients. Check that all quality, safety and environment system controls are complied with, and confirm with the Logistics Controller or Coordinator if in order. Update weekly/ monthly reports as required for internal and external reporting. Compile the shipment file and consolidate invoices. Hand shipment file to Logistics Controller to finalise Import and Port Operations: Imports Execute imports processes efficiently Check shipment documentation for correctness for imports and confirm with Logistics Controller or Coordinator (INCO terms; values; Tariff codes etc.) Clearance and delivery of shipment in compliance with the countries customs, shipping regulations, quality requirements and safety procedures. Update weekly/ monthly reports as required for internal and external reporting. Supplier Relationships and Maintenance: Build relationships with suppliers and Freight Forwarders. Site visits, accompanied by Supervisor/ Manager to Service Providers especially new and local service providers Query Resolution: Ensure assigned queries are resolved within KPI. Effective query resolution, to avoid reoccurrence General Admin: Adhere to all company policies and procedures Perform any other tasks related to the overall objective of the position. Maintain an auditable document trail as per procedures To apply immediately for this position click here: www.unique.co.za/candidate_registration_1.aspx?JobID72577&referrerUnique Inherent Requirements Qualification, skills & attributes: Matric and Relevant diploma or degree would be advantageous. 2 - 4 years working experience in a relative role - Position is mostly export focused Focus on customer satisfaction Good interpersonal skills to be able to deal with both service providers and customers Problem solving skills Experience in freight forwarding industry Experience gained from supply chain, logistics, transportation and forwarding. Planning, organising and controlling skills Ability to manage time, operationally driven and results focused Attention to detail Experience with Word & Excel Working knowledge of SAP Meticulous, with exceptional attention to detail. What Qualification Matric Minimum Qualification Matric Status Available
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