Afr Imports Controller

Dhl Global Forwarding; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding is seeking an Afr Imports Controller in the Eastern Cape. The role requires coordinating imports with an emphasis on customs procedures, documentation, and both sea and airfreight operations. You will liaise with clients, agents, and service providers while maintaining sharp attention to detail.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in freight forwarding or logistics, excellent MS Excel skills and the ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines under pressure.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in freight forwarding, customs, shipping or logistics.
• Knowledge of import/export procedures and customs documentation.
• Experience with sea and airfreight operations.
• Ability to coordinate container movements and depot activities.
• Strong administration and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Excel and MS Office; able to handle deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate container movements, transportation and depot activities.
• Prepare and track shipments, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Liaise with clients, agents, shipping lines and service providers.
• Maintain accuracy in documentation and compliance with regulations.
• Monitor multiple shipments simultaneously and manage priorities.
• Utilise Shipshape/Navis to optimize operations when applicable.

Skills

Import/Export procedures

Sea Freight

Air Freight

Shipment coordination

Excel

Communication

Tools

Navis

Shipshape

Job description

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• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience within the freight forwarding, customs, shipping, import/export, or logistics industry.
• Practical knowledge and experience in import and export procedures, including customs processes and documentation.
• Sound understanding of both sea and airfreight operations.
• Proven experience coordinating container movements, transportation, and depot-related activities.
• Strong administrative and organisational abilities, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively manage and track multiple shipments, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise professionally with clients, agents, shipping lines, transporters, and other service providers.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and general Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Shipshape and Navis would be considered a significant advantage.
• Knowledge of applicable customs, international trade, and exchange-control regulations would be beneficial.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy while working under pressure and consistently meeting operational deadlines.
• Strong compliance focus, with a commitment to following company procedures, operational processes, and quality standards.

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