Grindrod Clearing and Forwarding Controller (DBN)

Grindrod Clearing and Forwarding Controller (DBN)

Listing reference: grind_000526

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 5 December 2024

Position summary

Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics

Job category: Transport, Logistics and Freight

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Location: South Africa

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction Grindrod Clearing and Forwarding Controller (DBN)

Sturrock Grindrod Maritime (Pty) Ltd is looking to secure the permanent services of a meticulous and customer-oriented Clearing & Forwarding Controller based in Durban. All suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply for this vacancy. Reporting directly to the National C&F Manager, the responsibilities of the successful applicant will include, but are not limited to the following:

Job description

Key Performance Area:

• Processing of Customs / TPT and TNPA Cargo Documents (Imports and Exports)
• Compiling quotes and issuing purchase order as per approved customer quote
• Keep principals updated daily and ensure deadlines are met
• Liaise with all Service Providers, Principals and Shippers on an ongoing basis
• Processing and submission of 3rd party documentation i.e. COO, SADC, DAFF, Port Health, State Vet etc.
• Liasing with Other Government agencies to obtain cargo releases and meeting shipping line deadlines
• Customs Tariffing
  

Minimum requirements

Qualifications/ Experience:

• Matric / National Senior Certificate
• A minimum of five years clearing & forwarding experience in a similar position – imports/exports (including cross border clearances, bonded cargo)
• Relevant industry-related training and/or a relevant course in the maritime field an advantage
• Experience working on Shipshape or similar clearing & forwarding system program is essential
• Knowledge of the clearing & forwarding processes relevant to industry (Incoterms and the various shipping modes and procedures for different types of cargo-Bulk-Liquid/Dry, Break bulk, etc.)

Required skills:

• Able to work accurately with strong attention to detail
• Good communication skills (oral and written)
• Excellent organisational and administration skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Able to use initiative
• Ability to work independently, with a strong sense of responsibility
• Ability to collaborate with team members and attend to client queries and escalate queries and complaints appropriately
• Computer literacy – MS Word, MS Excel, Microsoft Outlook, ShipShape
• Ability to work after hours when needed

Applicants to send their CV’s to the HR Department: recruitment@sturrockgrindrod.com Please state the following reference in the subject line of your application: C&F Controller – November 2024

Applications close 5 December 2024.

Please note that the position is open to internal and external candidates.
Due consideration will be given to the company’s equity targets

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