International Purchasing & Customs Entry Clerk

JVR Software; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software in Cape Town seeks an International Purchasing & Customs Entry Clerk to manage customs documentation, trade compliance, and cost-effective import/export activities for a leading home appliances distributor. You will prepare SAD500s, coordinate with forwarders, verify invoices, and maintain audit trails while partnering with warehouse teams to ensure timely deliveries and accurate landed costs.

A Diploma or Certificate in Shipping or Logistics is essential, with hands-on customs

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Shipping, Freight Forwarding, or Logistics Management is essential.
• Proven hands-on experience handling customs entries, SAD500 documentation, and international import/export procedures is a strict requirement.
• In-depth understanding of customs tariffs, duties, incoterms, and SARS clearing processes.
• Strong proficiency in ERP software and freight clearing systems.
• Excellent numerical accuracy, analytical thinking, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Customs Clearance & Compliance: Prepare, process, and submit accurate customs entry documentation (EDI/SAD500) to ensure full compliance with regulations.
• International Purchasing & Freight Coordination: Assist with foreign order placement, track international shipments, and liaise with shipping lines, freight forwarders, clearing agents, and transporters.
• Costing & Documentation Management: Calculate landed costs, check supplier invoices, inspect bill of lading/airway bill details, and maintain complete import/export audit trails.
• Inventory & Supplier Liaison: Monitor lead times, resolve shipment discrepancies, track port health/SABS releases, and coordinate with warehouse and inventory management teams.

Skills

Customs clearance

ERP software

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Shipping Diploma

Logistics Certificate

Job description

Are you a meticulous supply chain professional with deep expertise in customs compliance, import/export regulations, and international trade documentation? A leading, well-established home appliances and consumer goods distributor based in Cape Town is seeking a dedicated International Purchasing & Customs Entry Clerk to join their dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

Customs Clearance & Compliance: Prepare, process, and submit accurate customs entry documentation (EDI/SAD500) to ensure full compliance with customs regulations and tariff classifications.

International Purchasing & Freight Coordination: Assist with foreign order placement, track international shipments, and liaise with shipping lines, freight forwarders, clearing agents, and transporters.

Costing & Documentation Management: Calculate landed costs, check supplier invoices, inspect bill of lading/airway bill details, and maintain complete import/export audit trails.

Inventory & Supplier Liaison: Monitor lead times, resolve shipment discrepancies, track port health/SABS releases, and coordinate closely with warehouse and inventory management teams.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education: A recognized Diploma or Certificate in Shipping, Freight Forwarding, or Logistics Management is essential.

Experience: Proven hands-on experience handling customs entries, SAD500 documentation, and international import/export procedures is a strict requirement.

Skills & Knowledge:

In-depth understanding of customs tariffs, duties, incoterms, and SARS clearing processes.

Strong proficiency in ERP software and freight clearing systems.

Excellent numerical accuracy, analytical thinking, and negotiation skills.