Operations Controller
Level-Up
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Matric / Grade 12.
- Relevant tertiary qualification will be viewed favourably.
- Minimum of 7 years experience in a full function Freight Controller position.
- Valid South African Drivers licence.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail with strong admin abilities a must.
- Willingness to learn and understand.
- Deadline driven but outcomes focused.
- Strong work ethic with the ability to perform duties with limited supervision.
- Good organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Customs clearing.
- Negotiation Skills.
- Good Financial Acumen.
- Cost conscious.
- Execution of the complete import and export cycle both sea and air.
- Compilation of logistics estimates in a reasonable time frame as stipulated by management.
- Administration and control of shipping documents (SAD500, Customs EDI, Notifications etc).
- Cost control (Landed cost control, cost valuation check, freight authorisations etc).
- Ensure all files are completed and audited for accuracy before handover (payment).
- Liaising with freight agents.
- Liaising with transporters, airlines, shipping lines & other third parties.
- Organising the dispatch, delivery and collection of all orders.
- Ensure billing documentation is completed correctly as approved by the client.
- Keeping clients well informed on the progress of their shipments.
- Resource planning and allocation.
- Ensure profitable utilization of equipment and staff.
- Co-ordinating with warehouse for planned execution.
- Co-ordinating with warehouse to ensure operational control.
- Query resolution.
- Maintain client relationships.
- Ensuring all relevant documentation is received and in good order.
- Strong work ethic; setting and achieving goals.
- Dependable; consistently following through.
- Positive attitude; creating a good environment.
- Self-motivated; working effectively with little direction.
- Team-oriented; making the most out of collaborating.
- Effective communicator; understanding the benefits of clarity.
- Flexible; adapting in a meaningful way.
Our client is looking for an experienced Operations Controller. The candidate must have a proven track record within the Clearing & Forwarding industry. The candidate must be able to manage client shipments from order to invoicing.