Responsibilities·
- Perform duties according to SOP and FMS/ROCS, Manuals and ensure each step is performed according to KPI’s set.
- Proficient communication with relevant parties:
- Control Party:Ensure receipt of shipment handling instruction, meeting the minimum information required.
- Rhenus Network/Agents:Ensure clear communication of shipment handling instruction, receipt of shipment details from relevant suppliers, and confirmation to proceed with shipment processing.
- Customers:Ensure receipt of confirmation on the shipment details obtained from relevant suppliers, prior to shipment processing. Ensure notification of shipment milestones.
- Check the Airfreight Import Job created in FMS/ROCS and ensure 100% compliance to the mandatory shipment requirements.
- Check Mandatory Status Codes set in FMS/ROCS and ensure that the date and time are as per the actual event.
- Pro-actively monitor any event discrepancies from point of Arrival up to point of Delivery and enter relevant discrepancy codes in FMS/ROCS.
- Create Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable invoices in FMS/ROCS.
- Create Accruals of cost and sale on job level in FMS/ROCS.
- Ensure completion of job file with all the required documents and closure of job in FMS/ROCS.Manage and solve issues escalated by relevant Operations Staff.
- Receive loading instructions via email, phone or through the sales team, Open the shipment file in the CRT. Check the costs agreed by the commercial team and Incoterm.
- Prepare and document shipments based on customer requirements (Temperature ranges, packaging, data loggers, etc) and based on our GDPs procedures.
- Coordinate the collection and loading of merchandise according only with the approved suppliers.
- Check the flights of the different airlines and make the booking according to the type of merchandise, size, rates, schedules, etc. POD (SECT).
- Send instructions for customs clearance.
- Review and prepare special documentation depending on the type of merchandise to be exported/ imported (IMO, ADR, certificate of all other documentation related to the shipment: commercial invoice, packing list according to the Quality System & AEO regulations for Pharma products and merchandise.
- Monitor & update arrange/departure/arrival/delivery POD (SECT). Obtain and control transportrecords (temperature graphs, POD's, checklist of shipments control).
- Send the AWB, the confirmation of loading and departure of the plane to the client and/or agent at destination along with all the necessary documentation to receive the merchandise.
- Enter cost forecasts in the system and send instructions to the Invoice department.
- Be aware of Quality System & AEO regulations.
- Solve delays and various incidents with flights. Communicate deviations in the procedure/temperature. Register incidents in the CRT and communicate them to the Head of Department.
- Apply the procedures and controls assigned in terms of Compliance. Enforce adherence to legal guidelines of LSHand in-house policies to maintain the company’s legality and business ethics.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
- Extensive knowledge of freight forwarding, trucking, and customs clearance services
- Familiarity with Transport Management Systems
- Strong data analysis skills
- Professional working attitude
- Highly motivated to learn new processes, receive feedback, and work independently
- Able to work with minimal supervision
- Approachable and collaborative
- Thorough understanding of LSH freight market drivers
- Ability to balance operational priorities with commercial imperatives
- Compliant with WHO & GDP Pharma Guidelines
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a diverse, multicultural environment
- Able to work under pressure
- Ability to understand customer requirements and provide effective service solutions