Sea Freight Import Controller Cape Town

• Manage sea freight import movement for international clients, collection and deliveries for ocean & air freight imports
• Use preferred transporters and identify customer solutions on rates and services
• Maintain compliance with industry standards and government regulations
• Deal with transport companies and other vendors, negotiation of rates and service
• Liaise with shippers, consignees and ocean lines
• Completion of all shipping import documents, quotations
• Compile quotations for customers and the sales team, locally and internationally, determine shipping costs and making recommendation to clients
• Entering import shipments onto the system (Othello)
• Receive and process documents, liaise with office of origin
• Development of relationships with clients and vendors
• Clearing shipments through customs (E-filling), handle clearance and final release certifications
• and inspections, prepare documents for release and final delivery
• Monitor shipment arrival notices and entering shipping information on the system
• Meet with clients and attend to all queries, shipment status updates etc.
• Process billing and invoices until closing of files
• Participate in client meetings, resolving queries and brainstorming solutions
• Ad hoc duties as assigned
• RCG Filling

• Min 5 years experience within the Air and Sea Logistics sector, especially sea freight
• Good Customs knowledge and must have sound knowledge of Incoterms
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must have good communication skills
• Must be a good team player
• Must have excellent MS Office experience

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