Control Tower Specialist, SCM Control Tower, Air & Sea

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Kempton Park is looking for a Control Tower Specialist to manage SCM Control Tower activities. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in the freight forwarding industry.
• Strong industry knowledge and supply chain understanding.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with clients and understand their unique requirements.
• Ensure compliance with DSV service levels and KPI targets.
• Investigate and solve client requests or complaints.

Skills

Familiarity with freight forwarding industry

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

Communication skills (English)

Analytical thinking

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

Office 365 (Teams, OneNote, Forms)

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Location: ZAF - Kempton Park, Serengeti Blvd (DSV Park Gauteng)
Job Posting Title: Control Tower Specialist, SCM Control Tower, Air & Sea
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of the Role:

TheControl Tower Specialisthas the responsibility for timely and accurate completion of the daily tasks that make up the SCM Control Tower service activities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develops relationship with client and becomes familiar with key contacts, unique requirements and operating processes.
• Ensure that DSV processes are meeting target services levels.
• Ensure that the control tower team is meeting DSV and specific client setup KPI targets.
• Ensure that the Origin operational teams are meeting DSV and specific client setup KPI targets.
• Establish a strong knowledge of DSV’s freight forwarding product offerings and procedures to ensure flawless cooperation between Air & Sea operational departments and control tower.
• Understand, investigate and solve any complex client requests or complaints, particularly when multiple departments or teams’ involvement is required.
• Relay consistent issues to Supervisor / Team Leader in a timely and efficient manner.
• Escalate to Supervisor / Team Leader proactively on continues disputes, high level decisions and high-profile service issues and potential risk situations.
• Obtain strong working user experience with department key activities and systems.
• Adhere to SOPs and work instructions
• Identify and report process gaps
• Support monthly KPI data collection
• Basic understanding of commercial documents
• Awareness of freight forwarding and POM processes advantageous

Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)

Additional Computer Skills:

• Office 365 (Teams, OneNote, Forms), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Job-Related Requirements:

• Min. 3 years’ experience in freight forwarding industry

Other Minimum Requirement:

• Professional Knowledge
• Strong industry knowledge and Supply Chain understanding
• Software Skills
• Good command of Microsoft office programs
• Language Skills
• Good command of written and spoken and English
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Basic analytical thinking

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.