Export Analyst

Profile Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified logistics professional in Gqeberha, South Africa. The role involves planning transport logistics, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing freight forwarding operations. Candidates must possess a degree in Supply Chain Management and significant experience in the industry. Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain.
• Proficiency in Incoterms and international trade compliance.
• Automotive industry exposure is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, book, and execute transport across all modes to ensure timely delivery.
• Liaise with government agencies and ensure compliance.
• Approve customs and transport invoices based on agreements.

Skills

Freight forwarding knowledge

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

National Diploma/Degree in Commerce / Logistics / Supply Chain Management

Job description

Requirements:

• National Diploma/Degree in Commerce / Logistics / Supply Chain Management
• Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain
• Strong knowledge of freight forwarding and multimodal transport logistics
• Proficient in Incoterms and international trade compliance
• Excellent negotiation, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Financial accuracy in invoice verification and foreign currency calculations
• Analytical thinking and proactive decision‑making
• Skilled in reporting and stakeholder engagement
• Automotive industry exposure

Responsibilities include:

• Plan, book, and execute transport across all modes (air, sea, road) to ensure timely delivery and prevent production delays.
• Liaise with government agencies, service providers, and port authorities to meet export schedules and compliance requirements.
• Ensure all documentation aligns with free trade agreements and destination‑specific legislation.
• Align vehicle movements with vessel schedules and port stack plans to optimize space and avoid congestion.
• Approve customs, freight, and transport invoices based on agreed rate structures.
• Maintain master data and ensure accurate system updates for shipping information.
• Compile and submit damage reports and manage claims with service providers and insurance agents.
• Monitor export data, identify trends, and present insights to management for continuous improvement.
• Track performance against KPIs and address deviations to maintain service quality.
• Update destination schedules and secure volume capacity with shipping lines.

Note: Please ensure that you attach a certified copy of your ID and Qualification to be considered for this position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.