Remote Senior Freight Forwarder & Import/Export Specialist

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive contract rate

Flexible hours

International exposure

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a global leader in supply chain management to hire a Remote Senior Freight Forwarder & Import/Export Specialist. The role focuses on managing international and domestic cargo movements from a remote location, requiring expert knowledge of customs procedures and trade regulations.

You will negotiate with carriers, oversee shipping documentation, track shipments, and advise on cost-saving logistics strategies while collaborating with sales and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in freight forwarding, import/export, and international logistics.
• Strong knowledge of customs procedures, tariffs, and trade agreements.
• Excellent communication for remote client and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of freight forwarding (air, sea, and land).
• Coordinate international shipments and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Negotiate rates with carriers to optimize cost and service.
• Prepare shipping docs: bills of lading, declarations, and certificates of origin.
• Track shipments and update clients and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
• Stay updated on changes in trade laws, customs regulations, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to provide quotes and proposals.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Import/Export

International logistics

Negotiation

Remote client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics or related field

Tools

Freight forwarding software

Global trade management systems

Job description

Placements24 partners with a global leader in supply chain management to hire a Remote Senior Freight Forwarder & Import/Export Specialist. The role focuses on managing international and domestic cargo movements from a remote location, requiring expert knowledge of customs procedures and trade regulations.

You will negotiate with carriers, oversee shipping documentation, track shipments, and advise on cost-saving logistics strategies while collaborating with sales and operations teams.