Senior Import & Shipping Operations Lead

Malander Careers; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Shipping Manager to oversee the import process. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in customs compliance and financial analysis, with 8–10 years of experience in shipping. This role involves managing a team and maintaining relationships with service providers to ensure efficient operations and compliance with laws. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in imports and shipping, ideally within a retail or large-scale trading environment.
• Strong knowledge of customs regulations, foreign exchange, and import documentation.
• Proven ability to manage payment schedules, freight variances, and import reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full import process and attend to all internal and external import queries.
• Ensure full compliance with import laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Monitor and approve shipments on TradeCloud for timely customs clearance.

Skills

Shipping management

Financial analysis

Customs compliance

Team leadership

Education

BCom or equivalent degree

Post-graduate qualification in Shipping, Logistics, or Customs

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle

TradeCloud

Job description

A logistics company based in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Shipping Manager to oversee the import process. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in customs compliance and financial analysis, with 8–10 years of experience in shipping. This role involves managing a team and maintaining relationships with service providers to ensure efficient operations and compliance with laws. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development are provided.