Logistics Controller – Clearing & Forwarding

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Location: Stellenbosch (Koelenhof)
Industry: Bulk Commodities / Import & Export

About the Role

An established trading and logistics business is seeking a technically strong Logistics Controller with a core focus on customs clearing.

This is not a freight forwarding or documentation coordination role. The successful candidate will execute the full clearing function in-house and take ownership of import processes from a customs and compliance perspective.

The role requires a hands-on clearing specialist who works directly on ACS, frames Bills of Entry, manages deferment accounts, and ensures full regulatory compliance across multiple South African ports.

Key Responsibilities

• Frame, submit, and amend Import and Export Bills of Entry in ACS.

• Execute customs submissions directly with SARS across multiple ports.

• Manage tariff classification and interpret customs legal texts.

• Adjust entries post-discharge and resolve customs queries or stops.

• Monitor Customs NATIS system and ensure timely release notifications.

• Manage deferment accounts and ensure payments are processed before due dates.

• Prepare and process supplier commercial invoices in FUSION.

• Coordinate with regulatory bodies including SARS, Agriculture, Port Health, and SABS.

• Apply for and renew relevant import permits and ensure ongoing compliance.

• Support month-end financial processes including AR and AP invoicing.

• Liaise with internal trading, logistics, and finance teams to ensure accurate duty and freight calculations.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in customs clearing.

• Proven hands-on experience framing and submitting Bills of Entry in ACS.

• Strong knowledge of tariff classification and customs regulations.

• Experience managing deferment accounts and high-value customs payments.

• Exposure to bulk commodity imports and vessel operations highly advantageous.

• Proficiency in FUSION and Microsoft Excel.

• Strong understanding of SARS procedures and regulatory compliance requirements.

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Able to work under strict deadlines and month-end pressure.

• Strong analytical and technical mindset.

• Structured, disciplined, and compliance-driven.

• Confident communicator able to engage with customs officials and regulatory bodies.

This is a technically demanding clearing role suited to a specialist who takes full ownership of customs execution and compliance within a trading environment.

If you meet the above criteria and are looking to join a structured and high-performing logistics team, we would like to hear from you.