38 Shipping jobs in South Africa

Overview

Hire Resolve is seeking a highly skilled Shipping Manager on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturer, to oversee all import transactions. This pivotal role is responsible for managing the efficient, timely, and cost-effective movement of goods into the company. The ideal candidate will take charge of the entire import process, coordinating with international suppliers, managing logistics, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. If you have a strong background in global shipping and import management, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to seamless supply chain operations.

• Oversee all import transactions to ensure the efficient, timely, and cost-effective movement of goods.
• Coordinate with international suppliers and logistics providers to manage shipments and ensure on-time delivery.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, trade laws, and international standards.
• Negotiate shipping rates and contracts with carriers, freight forwarders, and other logistics partners.
• Track and monitor shipments, addressing delays or issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate import records and manage shipping documentation, including bills of lading and customs declarations.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including procurement, sales, and production, to align shipping activities with business objectives.
• Optimize transportation methods and routes to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.
• Resolve shipment-related issues, including delays, damages, and non-compliance.
• Develop and implement shipping policies and procedures to streamline import operations.
• Analyze import costs and implement strategies to reduce expenses and improve cost efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and other key stakeholders.
• Continuously assess and improve shipping and import processes to enhance performance and minimize risks.

• 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 skills.
• Proficiency in logistics software and shipment tracking systems.
• In-depth understanding of customs regulations and international trade compliance.
• Fluent in English (Afrikaans is beneficial).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Willingness to stay updated on global shipping and trade regulations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

• Salary: Negotiable

Apply for this role today

• Contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

Our client is seeking an experienced Shipping Administrator to join the Johannesburg team.

1. Send clearing instructions to the clearing agent and register shipments.
2. Ensure accurate coordination and processing of import shipments, including clearing instructions.
3. Receive and record shipments in IFS upon delivery.
4. Match supplier invoices upon arrival of goods and approve clearing agent invoices for payment.
5. Reconcile and process payments to foreign suppliers.
6. Liaise with banking institutions to open Letters of Credit and Bills.
7. Buy foreign currency cover.
8. Ensure timely clearing of incoming funds.

• Grade 12 with Maths and/or Accounting.
• Bookkeeping diploma preferred.
• Knowledge of import, export, and customs procedures is advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
• Experience with accounts payable reconciliations and supplier dealings.
• Experience working with Trade Finance departments at banks.
• Experience with completing clearance instructions for freight forwarders.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Grade 12 with Maths and/or Accounting. Bookkeeping diploma preferred.

• Document controlling, computer software, ABAP, EMS, health, inventory.

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : 3+ years

Vacancy : 1

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Clicks Group

To ensure that all import orders for the Clicks Group are placed and shipped on-time and in full, within the best possible lead times and at the lowest cost, ensuring compliance to all legislative requirements.

· To check all charges received from 3PL relative to a Child Purchase Order and ensure that charges were billed correctly and in line with prevailing rates on file.

· To liaise with Treasury team when Foreign Exchange is not available on respective Child Purchase Orders.

· To complete Actual Landed Costs within agreed timelines, thereby ensuring zero delays in DC receiving process.

· To collaborate closely with Clicks Finance, Banks (HSBC and Standard Bank) and suppliers in ensuring that International Suppliers are paid timeously.

· To prepare local Vendor Payments and submit to Finance for Payment

· To ensure all documents are uploaded on Tradecloud in order to ensure full and accurate document retrieval in the event of Audits (Internal/External or Customs Audits)

Job description

· To check all charges received from 3PL relative to a Child Purchase Order and ensure that charges were billed correctly and in line with prevailing rates on file.

· To liaise with Treasury team when Foreign Exchange is not available on respective Child Purchase Orders.

· To complete Actual Landed Costs within agreed timelines, thereby ensuring zero delays in DC receiving process.

· To collaborate closely with Clicks Finance, Banks (HSBC and Standard Bank) and suppliers in ensuring that International Suppliers are paid timeously.

· To prepare local Vendor Payments and submit to Finance for Payment

· To ensure all documents are uploaded on Tradecloud in order to ensure full and accurate document retrieval in the event of Audits (Internal/External or Customs Audits)

Job Knowledge

• Essential: Basic understanding of customs compliance issues
• Essential: Basic understanding of Incoterms 2010
• Essential: Knowledge and understanding of payments terms such as L/C’s, TT and FBC’s
• Desirable: Knowledge of retail buying processes

Job Related Skills

• Essential: Problem Solving Skills
• Essential: Analytical Skills

Job Experience

• Essential: A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in the Shipping/Imports/Exports environment with exposure to freight forwarding, shipping lines and/or customs clearing
• Desirable: 1 year experience in Logistics/Supply Chain/Retail

Education:

• Desirable: Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Finance

Overview

Our client, a well established company within the furniture removal and relocation industry, is seeking an experienced Shipping Coordinator to join their Cape Town team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating local and international shipments, ensuring efficient and cost-effective logistics solutions, and maintaining excellent client communication.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in shipping coordination or freight forwarding.
• Industry specific qualification (FIDI shipping) (advantageous).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, logical thinker who can work independently and under pressure.
• Computer literate with efficient time management.
• European language advantageous (Dutch / German / French).

• Coordinate client files for FCL, LCL, Airfreight, and Groupage shipments.
• Manage imports and exports for agent and private clients.
• Liaise with clearing agents to ensure smooth clearance into and out of South Africa.
• Work closely with international partners to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Identify the most cost effective routings once bookings are confirmed to maximize profits.
• Negotiate rates with destination partners.
• Keep clients informed throughout the shipping process.
• Coordinate collection and delivery of containers with transporters.
• Maintain accurate registers for national shipments.
• Prepare rebate schedules with shipping lines.
• Report challenges and propose solutions proactively.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Administrative and General Business

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Freight and Package Transportation

The Service Specialist will be responsible for the operations of all complex shipments allocated to them, from the initiation of transaction, right to completion through building customised import solutions for clients in various industries. The Service Team is the engine room of the business and the overall goal is to provide efficient and effective service delivery to clients.

1. Liaising with an international pool of clients on a daily basis.
2. Planning and implementing the overall shipping strategy.
3. Managing the progress of a select number of shipments (project management) on behalf of a pool of clients.
4. Co-ordinating with various internal support teams to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery.
5. Ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Excellent knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Applications (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Excellent use of the English language, both written and verbal.
• Maintain effective daily communication with relevant team members.
• Ability to adapt within the ever-changing shipping environment.
• Organized and able to manage/co-ordinate all the elements of different high-value shipments throughout the shipment process.
• Attention to detail with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to proactively identify problems in advance before a shipment becomes a pressure point.
• Creative problem-solving ability.
• Independent-thinker and resourceful.
• Energetic and enthusiastic.
• General business acumen.

• University Undergraduate Degree of any background, commerce-focus preferable.
• Honours Degree advantageous.
• Work experience advantageous.
• Strong academic track record required.

DUTIES:

• Verification of imported goods and import documentation (invoice, packing list, customs documents, EURO1 certificates).
• Issuing of Clearing Instructions to Forwarder.
• Create, maintain and manage Shipment Confirmation in SAP.
• Prepare and submit documentation to Receiving and Creditors.
• Track & trace all shipments & communicate details to internal customers timeously.
• Manage overdue shipments from the Forwarder and Receiving.
• Investigate and resolve all shipment queries /discrepancies (over/under receipts, claims, credits).
• On time processing of Customer freight charge outs and submits to Finance.
• Update Shipping Register.
• Filing and Reporting.
• Recover customer freight costs
• Provide daily/weekly updates on status of inbound shipments

REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric (essential)
• Computer literate in Microsoft office, SAP & Microsoft Excel
• Accomplished or studying towards Diploma/Certification in shipping or equivalent
• Two years administrative experience in shipping (essential)
• Good knowledge & understanding of imports documentation & charges
• Excellent communication skills in English (speak, read and write)
• Proactive initiative, problem solving
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Customer focused
• Deadline driven
• Trustworthy and Reliable
• Self-motivated
• Team Player

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