Subject: Job Opportunity in Freight/Shipping Industry – Reference: CPT000346-CB-1
We are seeking candidates from the freight/shipping sector for a role located in the Northern Suburbs. Please find details below:
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Degree in Supply Chain/International Trade/Logistics or a related field
- Over 2 years of experience in Logistics/Freight Forwarding
- Previous experience in the Fruit/Perishables/Freight industry
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducting online container bookings on shipping line websites
- Generating/sending out Q67s for confirmed orders
- Pre-advising containers on Navis before reaching the port
- Supervising the entire loading/shipping process from cold store to vessel loading
- Addressing logistical chain issues, such as arranging early/late arrivals, managing delays, coordinating with depots/cold stores for reefer containers, and arranging CODs and additional free days
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with cold stores, shipping lines, empty depots, and transporters
- Efficiently receiving and registering client bookings
- Selecting the most suitable service based on booking credentials and customer requirements
- Determining the protocol and handling requirements of consignments
- Ensuring compliance with regulations and product profiles
- Preparing export documents within the required timeframe and as per customer requirements
- Identifying appropriate land, sea, and air transportation methods
- Completing the booking process with relevant stakeholders, such as shipping lines and loading points
- Facilitating all aspects required for effective shipment
- Recording and maintaining data in accordance with company SOP
- Ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures
- Managing communication with operational export authorities and stakeholders
- Relationship management, both externally with clients and internally to promote an efficient interface across departments
- Communicating with management to resolve customer queries in a timely manner
- Regularly reviewing customer requirements and liaising with the Head of Department accordingly
Application Guidelines:
- Submit your CV in WORD or PDF format, not scanned, as our software cannot match scanned documents. Scanned CVs will not be considered.
- If no feedback is received within 14 days of applying, consider your application unsuccessful. However, we will keep your CV on our database for potential matches in the future.
- Applications are accepted only through Placement Partner. Please do not apply via email or WhatsApp. If unable to apply through the provided link, upload your CV to our website at [website link]. We reserve the right to stop/renew advertisements.
Package & Remuneration: Monthly
Thank you for your interest in this position.
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