Import Controller - Junior

Röhlig & Co; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Röhlig & Co in Gauteng is seeking an Import Controller - Junior to manage import coordination, ensure compliance, and oversee end-to-end shipment processes from origin to destination. Based at our Linbro Park head office, the role demands strong attention to detail, time management, and solid communication skills to support customers and internal teams in a demanding logistics environment.

This position offers exposure to seafreight and airfreight operations, invoice administration, and claims

Qualifications

• Matric with freight forwarding related qualification at NQF level 3 and 4.
• Minimum 5 years import controlling experience in Clearing and Forwarding with end-to-end process execution.
• Knowledge of Incoterms 2020 and geographic locations.
• Knowledge of commercial, transport, carrier & depot and statutory documents.

Responsibilities

• Forwarding of shipment.
• Clearing of shipment.
• Transport coordination.
• Invoicing and administration of shipment file.
• Arrange insurance cover and process claims.
• Comply with quality management system requirements.
• Ad hoc tasks as needed.

Skills

Import coordination

End-to-end process execution

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Client orientation

Working under pressure

Education

Matric

NQF 3/4 freight forwarding qualification

Tools

CargoWise

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

If managing imports, coordinating freight, and ensuring compliance is your strength, you could be our next Import Controller - Junior

This role is based at our Head Office - Linbro Park(JHB)

Education

• Matric
• 1-year freight forwarding related qualification at NQF level 3 and 4

Knowledge and experience

• Minimum of 5 years import controlling experience in the Clearing and Forwarding Industry with proven track record of end-to-end process execution
• Incoterms 2020 and Geographic locations
• Knowledge of commercial, transport, carrier & depot and statutory body documents & stamps
• Sound knowledge of seafreight and airfreight shipment types.
• Sound knowledge of claims/insurance processes.
• Knowledge and interpretation of rate structure
• National currencies and international codes
• CargoWise experience would be beneficial
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Good Interpersonal skills and good communication skills (written & verbal)
• Situation analysis and problem solving
• Client orientation
• Accuracy, Punctual and attention to detail
• Time Management. Deadline Driven
• Ability to work in pressurised environment

Advantageous attributes

• Customer service orientation - Able to handle a demanding customer environment.
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Dynamic self-starter that doesn’t need to be told what to do and how to do it.
• Attention to detail and handle pressure.
• Can communicate with the team and contribute to the overall success of the team.

Overall responsibilities include

• Forwarding of shipment
• Clearing of shipment
• Transport Coordination
• Invoicing and administration of shipment file
• Arrange insurance cover and process claims.
• Comply with the requirements of the quality management system.
• Ad hoc