417 Freight Forwarding jobs in South Africa

• Coordinate international shipment of raw materials and customer-nominated parts via air, sea and land transport
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers and logistics service providers
• Ensure compliance with incoterms and international shipping regulations
• Optimize container utilization by consolidating shipments from multiple suppliers
• Track and monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and resolve any transportation issues
• Maintain accurate shipping documentation including bills of lading, commercial invoices and packing lists
• Support customs clearance processes and ensure timely submission of required documentation
• Ensure accuracy of HS Codes and optimize duty payments through proper classifications

• Bachelor degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International trade or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in freight forwarding or international logistics, preferably in the automotive sector
• Strong knowledge of incoterms, HS Codes

An exciting opportunity exists for a Freight Forwarding Specialist within the Logistics Department at our Fort Jackson plant. We are seeking a motivated professional with strong expertise in international logistics to coordinate and optimise the movement of materials across global supply chains.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate international shipments of raw materials and customer-nominated parts via air, sea, and land transport.

• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics service providers.

• Ensure compliance with Incoterms and international shipping regulations.

• Consolidate shipments from multiple suppliers to optimise container utilisation.

• Track and monitor shipments, resolving transportation delays or issues proactively.

• Maintain accurate shipping documentation (bills of lading, invoices, packing lists, etc.).

• Support customs clearance processes and verify accuracy of HS codes.

• Collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, and Engineering to align logistics activities with business requirements.

• Analyse freight costs, prepare KPI reports, and identify opportunities for savings and service improvements.

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance freight efficiency and reduce costs.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, or related field.

• 3–5 years’ experience in freight forwarding or international logistics (automotive sector advantageous).

• Solid knowledge of Incoterms, HS codes, and customs procedures.

• Experience with multi-modal transport coordination.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Key Performance Indicators

• Coordinate international shipments of raw materials and customer-nominated parts via air, sea, and land transport.
• Manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics service providers.
• Ensure compliance with Incoterms and international shipping regulations.
• Optimize container utilization by consolidating shipments from multiple suppliers.
• Track and monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and resolve any transportation issues.
• Maintain accurate shipping documentation including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and packing lists.
• Support customs clearance processes and ensure timely submission of required documentation.
• Ensure accuracy of HS codes and optimize duty payments through proper classification.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as Purchasing, Sales, and Engineering to align logistics activities with business needs.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance freight efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Analyse freight costs and identify opportunities for savings and process improvements.
• Maintain KPI’s and prepare reports on freight performance, cost, and service metrics.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in freight forwarding or international logistics, preferably in the automotive sector.
• Strong knowledge of Incoterms, HS codes, and customs procedures.
• Experience with multi-modal transport coordination.

Overview

My client, an established fruit exporter, has an excellent opportunity for a Freight Forwarding Division Manager to join their team. The successful candidate will have 5 years' relevant experience in the fruit industry.

An understanding of processing and generation export documentation (Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, Export Certificates, Phytosanitary certificates, Precool Certificates, Letters of Credit, Customs Export entries, Cargo dues, etc) is essential.

• Leadership and people management
• Freight Forwarding (Export Documentation workflow process design and implementation)
• Contracting of service providers
• Cross divisional coordination with Operations, Cost Accounting and Finance teams
• Document status reports
• Financial control
• New business development of freight forwarding services

• Formal Training in export forwarding and clearing processes and compliance to SARS requirements
• Training in Incoterms / trading terms

• Hands-on operational management and problem-solving skills
• Thorough understanding of export and import documentation requirements and protocols for all countries from and to which South Africa exports its products

Freight Forwarding Sales Executive

Location : Kempton Park, South Africa

R50 000 R60 000 ctc plus commission

Overview

Join a global logistics leader with a strong focus on professionalism, innovation, and employee development. This role offers the opportunity to become part of a dynamic, growth-oriented team in the international logistics and supply chain industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and secure new business opportunities
• Maintain accurate data in the CRM system
• Build and sustain strong client relationships
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide tailored logistics solutions
• Assist with account transitions and support credit setup for new clients
• Participate in training and development programs to refine selling skills
• Contribute to local industry groups as required
• Make a minimum of 50 sales calls per month
• Conduct joint client calls and meet individual sales targets
• Maintain a diverse sales pipeline across various services and sectors
• Support company initiatives and take on additional tasks as needed

Requirements

Whats Offered

Key Performance Indicators

• Assist with freight forwarding operations
• Coordinate shipments with carriers and warehouse teams.
• Prepare and process shipping documents, such as bills of lading and commercial invoices.
• Track shipments and monitor delivery performance
• Assist with preparing customs documentation and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Stay up to date with changes in customs regulations and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders
• Work with the logistics team to resolve issues and improve processes.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Logistics
• Previous experience in logistics or freight forwarding would be advantageous
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively