Freight Forwarder, Air Export, Sky Services

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics in Kempton Park is seeking a Freight Forwarder, Air Export for Sky Services to process export documentation and manage air freight movements in a busy setting.

The role requires at least 5 years in air export control, strong knowledge of CargoWise1 or similar systems, and the ability to liaise with clients via email and telephone. Overtime and weekend work may be needed; own transport is advantageous.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience as export controller in air freight exports.
• Processing of AWB's, SAD500's, and all related export documentation.
• Geographical knowledge and familiarity with airline routines and capabilities.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends.
• Own transport required.

Responsibilities

• Processing / issuing of all export documentation: AWB, SAD, Phytosanitary certificate, PPECB, COO's, etc.
• Airline bookings as per rate agreements
• Liaising with clients via e‑mail, and telephonically
• Maintaining of bookings lists
• Daily tracking of shipments
• Updating clients on status of shipments
• Daily shipment / warehouse planning
• Liaising with warehouse i.t.o. deliveries / collections

Skills

Export documentation

Air freight

Liaising with clients

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Team leadership

Overtime availability

Education

Matric (essential)

Tertiary qualifications advantageous

Tools

CargoWise1 or similar system

Job description

Location: ZAF - Kempton Park, Northern Perimeter Rd (Sky Services)

Job Posting Title: Freight Forwarder, Air Export, Sky Services

Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of The Role

Processing of export documentation

Minimum Requirements

• At least 5 years experience as export controller in air freight exports
• CargoWise1 or similar systems
• Processing of AWB's, SAD500's, and all related export documentation
• Understanding of industry and related job requirements for freight forwarding.
• Geographical knowledge and familiarity with airline routines and capabilities
• Strong organizational & persuasive skills
• Ability to liaise effectively with clients, both telephonically and via e‑mail.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends
• Detail orientated and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to lead.
• Own transport required

Added Advantages

• Strong communication and relationship building skills, both verbally and written
• Ownership and self motivation, to ensure any challenge is addressed immediately and resolved as soon a possible.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Positive outlook and team player
• Results, quality and detail driven.
• Self-confident and resilient.

Qualifications

• Matric (essential)
• Tertiary qualifications will be of advantage.

Computer packages

• Office 365 (Teams, OneNote, Forms, Outlook), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook (Intermediate to Expert skills)
• CargoWise1 or similar system (will be an advantage).

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities (daily, weekly, monthly) will include, but not be limited to:

• Processing / issuing of all export documentation: AWB, SAD, Phytosanitary certificate, PPECB, COO's, etc.
• Airline bookings as per rate agreements
• Liaising with clients via e‑mail, and telephonically
• Maintaining of bookings lists
• Daily tracking of shipments
• Updating clients on status of shipments
• Daily shipment / warehouse planning
• Liaising with warehouse i.t.o. deliveries / collections

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 endeavour 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.