Senior Ocean Freight Export Controller 2IC

Description:

Our client, a prominent international clearing and forwarding company, is seeking an experienced Senior Ocean Freight Export Controller to join their dynamic team in Isando, Johannesburg . This senior role is critical in ensuring smooth ocean export operations, resolving queries promptly, and providing relief cover for the National Ocean Freight Manager when required.

Requirements:

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• Minimum Grade 12 ; SDS and/or Freight Forwarding qualification advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a clearing & forwarding environment.
• Strong knowledge of Bills of Lading, customs procedures, documentation, and client billing .
• Sound understanding of Incoterms, Ocean Export tariffs, and operational practices .
• Experience in projects considered an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills , attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Handle Bills of Lading , customs entries, clearance documentation, job costing, and client billing.
• Maintain accurate records and client information
• Ensure compliance with Incoterms, Ocean Export tariffs, and statutory clearance procedures .
• Resolve client, service provider, and internal queries professionally and timeously .
• Take responsibility for job profitability , including accurate job costing and billing.
• Track, trace, and arrange timely dispatch of cargo , including insurance cover where required.
• Ensure paperless working environment and timely entry of documentation.
• Support team goals, participate in meetings, and suggest improvements to increase efficiencies .
• Provide relief cover for the National Ocean Freight Manager when required.

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 17:00

Salary & Benefits:

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• Competitive CTC: R38,000 - R42,000 , depending on experience.
• Includes Provident Fund contributions.

Requirements:

• 
  
• Minimum Grade 12 ; SDS and/or Freight Forwarding qualification advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a clearing & forwarding environment.
• Strong knowledge of Bills of Lading, customs procedures, documentation, and client billing .
• Sound understanding of Incoterms, Ocean Export tariffs, and operational practices .
• Experience in projects considered an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills , attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.

• 
  
• Handle Bills of Lading , customs entries, clearance documentation, job costing, and client billing.
• Maintain accurate records and client information
• Ensure compliance with Incoterms, Ocean Export tariffs, and statutory clearance procedures .
• Resolve client, service provider, and internal queries professionally and timeously .
• Take responsibility for job profitability , including accurate job costing and billing.
• Track, trace, and arrange timely dispatch of cargo , including insurance cover where required.
• Ensure paperless working environment and timely entry of documentation.
• Support team goals, participate in meetings, and suggest improvements to increase efficiencies .
• Provide relief cover for the National Ocean Freight Manager when required.

• 
  
• Competitive CTC: R38,000 - R42,000 , depending on experience.
• Includes Provident Fund contributions.