SUMMARY:
CLIENT in the HEAVY ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY requires the services of a SHIPPING COORDINATOR at their plant in the WESTERN CAPE as soon as possible
POSITION INFO:
PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Shipping Coordinator is responsible for the successful mapping of shipping plan for all products, execution of shipping plan and delivery of final product from point of origin to the client at the agreed time and place. The incumbent will analyze the systems employed in importing, exporting and transporting products and services
KEY PERFORMAMNCE AREAS
Map and review the shipping plan in line with the financial sales plan as well as Consolidate quarterly shipping plan to reduce shipping costs.
Managing the 12-month rolling outbound shipping plan.
Monitor shipping budget on monthly expenses by comparison of Budgeted values per project.
Manage & Monitor all aspects of methods of shipping and/or distribution with the ultimate goal of improving efficiency, thus generating higher profits for the company.
Render logistics support to new requirements or potential orders such as shipping option details and any special requirements.
Propose shipping solutions for local and external customers/client.
Experience in Operational SLA management of 3rd party service providers - forwarding & clearing agents, vessel agents, road transport service providers, container suppliers.
Experience in managing all customs submissions and documentation pertaining to materials/components in the Rebate Store. Point of Contact with SARS/Customs for the Rebate Store will be an added advantage.
Extensive experience in Managing and establishing best communication relations with Transport & Freight Forwarder service providers.
Understanding of handling dangerous goods and/or flammables will be an added advantage.
Extensive kknowledge of all modes of transport regulations, compliance standards and INCOTERMS (latest).
Knowledge, understanding and transactional exposure on ERP systems.
Knowledge of SAP would be an added advantage.
Responsible of preparing Shipping presentations for monthly reporting & as when required to support Project Planning.
POST REQUIREMENTS:
Diploma in Shipping /Maritime/Logistics/Transportation or equivalent.
Valid Driver’s license.
At least 5 years’ experience in Shipping, Logistics or Transportation environment.
Must have 5 years’ proven experience in Shipping, Logistics, Transportation and managing Outbound logistics through exports.
Must have 5-years proven experience in Shipping, Logistics, Transportation and managing Inbound logistics through imports.
Understanding of handling dangerous and/or flammable goods will be an added advantage.
Good knowledge of all modes of transport regulations, compliance standards and INCOTERMS.
Knowledge, understanding and transactional exposure on ERP systems.
Knowledge of SAP would be an added advantage.
Knowledge of processes, administration, procedures, quality, production, products, maintenance and safety requirements.
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