Global Freight Operations Specialist - Remote

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary based on experience

Provident fund

Medical aid

Generous leave and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder Operations Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will coordinate air, sea, and land shipments, prepare docs, track progress, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering exceptional service.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, strong communication, and efficiency improvements across international and domestic movements, with opportunities for professional growth within a global logistics provider.

Qualifications

• Minimum proven experience in freight forwarding or international logistics.
• Strong knowledge of air, ocean, and land freight processes.
• Familiar with customs regulations and documentation.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipments via air, sea, and land freight.
• Prepare shipping documents (bills of lading, air waybills, invoices).
• Liaise with clients, airlines, carriers, and brokers to ensure smooth transit.
• Track shipments and provide status updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with international and domestic transport rules.
• Resolve issues or discrepancies in shipments.
• Obtain quotes and negotiate carrier rates.
• Maintain accurate records of freight activities.
• Assist in managing customer accounts and service levels.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Freight forwarding operations

International logistics

Shipments coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant certification or degree preferred

Tools

Freight forwarding software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Freight Forwarder Operations Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will coordinate air, sea, and land shipments, prepare docs, track progress, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering exceptional service.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, strong communication, and efficiency improvements across international and domestic movements, with opportunities for professional growth within a global logistics provider.