Road Freight Project Controller

Boardroom Appointments; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics firm in South Africa is seeking a Road Freight Project Controller. The successful candidate will coordinate shipments ensuring all contracts are fulfilled according to INCO terms. Responsibilities include managing shipment timelines, maintaining service levels, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. Applicants should have a Matric with a strong background in freight forwarding and at least 3-5 years of relevant experience. Competitive remuneration and excellent working conditions are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a higher grade in Mathematics and English.
• Experience in freight forwarding is crucial.
• Strong background as a Road Controller required.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate shipments and ensure adherence to contract terms.
• Maintain service levels and control revenue margins.
• Keep clients informed about shipment progress.
• Ensure compliance with Customs regulations.
• Liaise with suppliers and ensure timely order lifting.

Skills

Matric at higher grade

Freight Forwarding qualification

3-5 years experience as a Road Controller

Sea Import Experience

Education

Matriculation

Job description

About the job Road Freight Project Controller

• Matric at higher grade inclusive of Mathematics and English.
• A Freight Forwarding or any such relevant course qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a Road Controller in a freight forwarding environment.
• Sea Import Experience will be an advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Successfully co-ordinate all shipments for the contract from issue of Purchase Order as per INCO terms.
• Ensure project deadlines and procedures are adhered to.
• Assist to maintain good service levels and good revenue margins as per the contract rates and any write offs / errors are kept to a minimum.
• Provide a positive learning environment in order to strengthen the team you are working with.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the departmental and company procedure manual.
• Ensure all shipments are dispatched within the proposed time frame.
• Keep client fully informed of the progress of the shipment.
• Ensure all shipments Customs regulations are met including the prompt return of documents.
• Ensure the respective Office at destination is kept fully informed of the position of cargo received.
• Ensure that all transactions are carried out in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure for the contract.
• Ensure all information entered into Pegasus is correct.
• Liaise with suppliers and expeditors to ensure timeous uplift of orders.
• Ensure PODs are returned by both the haulier and / or office of destination (hauliers are not to be paid unless PODs are received).
• Ensure each shipment is profitable.
• Ensure clients are invoiced in line with what has been agreed and the costing is accurate.
• Ensure invoices are dispatched regularly