Senior Shipping Controller

SUMMARY:
Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a Shipping Controller based in Town for the client.

POSITION INFO:

Duties:

• 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, hard-copy 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 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 tailor-made requirements.
  
• Monitor, arrange, and control road haul deliveries of containers/cargo.
  
• Ensure that all documentation aligns with supplier/buyer contacts.
  
• Negotiate rates with relevant industry specialists.
  
• In charge of accumulating the cost for different freight transportation for approval.
  
• Monitor and ensure all empty containers are uplifted for new shipments and turned in within the prescribed free period.
  
• Monitor the shipping budget on monthly expenses compared to the proposed budget for each project.
  
• Follow relevant SOPs and procedures.
  

Requirements:

• Grade 12 Matric Certificate.
  
• Tertiary Qualification is 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.

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