Shipping Manager - Johannesburg, South Africa - MECS Africa

MECS Africa
MECS Africa
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Johannesburg, South Africa

2 weeks ago

Thabo Mthembu

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Thabo Mthembu

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South Africa, Gauteng - Jhb Northern Suburbs

  • Annually (Negotiable)
My client in electronics is seeking a Shipping Manager to report into the Executive for Procurement.

In this role the following qualifications are essential:
Relevant degree in Supply Chain/Logistics AND a 6 months certificate in clearing & forwarding.


Responsibilities:


Import and Export Management:

  • Calculate duties, tariffs, price conversions, weight, and volume of the merchandise to be imported from foreign destinations
  • Monitor and complete paperwork and monetary transactions associated with international imports in a timely manner and in line with lead time requirements
  • Receive stock onto ACC PAC
  • Ensure all pricing structures are updated according to new exchange rates
  • Ensure that the shipment adheres to customs regulations and coordinate with shipping and customs agents for clearance on delivery
  • Deal with quotes from prospective shippers
  • Handle claims with insurance companies if any shipment problems happen to occur
  • Provide efficient delivery logistics information through data management
  • Compute international fees for each shipment, and keep track of shipment payments
  • Adhere to specified standards, policies, practices and procedures as they pertain to the completion of import documentation, carrier and route assignments, and tracking of shipments; and communicate with suppliers and logistics companies in respect to the package's progress
  • Act as a third party service provider for customers (Zambia & Maputo).
  • Submit a weekly goods and transit report to management
  • Ensure that the customers goods are delivered using the correct mode of transport.

Other responsibilities include:

  • Financial administration
  • Quality and compliance
  • Team collaboration

For more information please contact:

  • Lisa Baxendale
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