Freight Account Manager

Recruiter:

iStaff Recruitment

Job Ref:

CPT000111/CB

Date posted:

Monday, January 16, 2023

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We require candidates from the freight/shipping industry for a position based in the Northern Suburbs.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements

Grade 12
Supply Chain / International Trade / Logistics or similar degree
More than 2 years experience in Logistics / Freight Forwarding
Fruit / Perishables / Freight industry experience

Duties and Responsibilities:

Online Container bookings on Shipping line websites
Creating / sending out of Q67’s for confirmed orders
Pre advising of containers on Navis before they reach the port
Oversee the whole loading/ shipping process from Cold store to being loaded on the vessel
Problem solving in the logistical chain e.g. arranging of early / late arrival, after stacks, delays at empty depots/ cold stores, arranging plugin points at depots for Reefer containers, arranging of COD’s, additional free days
Building relationships with Cold stores, shipping lines, empty depots and transporters
Expeditiously Receiving & Registering Client Bookings
Selecting most appropriate Service based on booking credentials & Customer Requirements
Determine Protocol & Handling Requirement of Consignment
Ensure all Regulations are met and in accordance with product Profile
Prepare all export documents within required timeframe and in relation to Customer Requirements
Identify appropriate Land, Sea & Air transportation method in accordance of booking
Complete Booking Process with relevant Role-players i.e Shipping Line, Loading Point etc
Facilitate all aspects required for effective shipment and
Record keeping & Data maintenance in accordance with company SOP
Ensure compliance to all organizational policies and procedures
Manage all communication with Operational Export authorities & Role-players

Relationship Management

External: Develop & Maintain Collaborative relationship with Clients
Internal: Promote an efficient interface within all Departments
Communicate with Management to resolve any customer queries in a timely manner
Regularly Review Customer Requirements & liaise with Head of Department accordingly

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