Junior Logistics Controller - Durban, South Africa - Siphumeza Placements

Siphumeza Placements
Siphumeza Placements
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Durban, South Africa

1 week ago

Thabo Mthembu

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Junior Logistics Controller is required for a Logistics Solutions Company based in Durban.


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.


  • 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.
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.

Qualification, Skills and Attributes

  • Matric and Relevant diploma or degree would be advantageous.
years working experience in a relative role.

  • 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

Salary:
R12, R15,000.00 per month


Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:


  • Cost control: 3 years (preferred)
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