Senior Seafreight Export Controller: Lead & Compliance

Röhlig & Co; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Röhlig & Co in Durban seeks a Senior Export Controller - Seafreight to manage export operations and ensure compliance across the freight forwarding process. You will coordinate import/export movements, handle customs documentation, and lead the team to meet strict deadlines.

The role requires 5–7 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of INCOTERMS, seafreight processes, and excellent communication skills. Based at Grindrod House, Durban Seafreight Branch.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of import/export controlling experience in freight forwarding.
• Coordinate freight movement of Import cargo according to client requirements.
• Knowledge of INCOTERMS and related documentation.
• Familiarity with seafreight, claims, and insurance processes.
• Knowledge of rate structures and international codes.

Responsibilities

• Plan the freight movement.
• Coordinate freight movement end-to-end.
• Process Customs and other statutory documents for clearance.
• Administer files and records.
• Process claims and manage disputes as needed.
• Provide guidance to Export Controllers and Learners.
• Ensure compliance with Customs Accreditation System.
• Ensure adherence to the quality management system.
• Take on additional responsibilities as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team player

Time management

Attention to detail

Client orientation

Pressure handling

Education

Matric

NQF 4/5 freight forwarding qualification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Röhlig & Co in Durban seeks a Senior Export Controller - Seafreight to manage export operations and ensure compliance across the freight forwarding process. You will coordinate import/export movements, handle customs documentation, and lead the team to meet strict deadlines.

The role requires 5–7 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of INCOTERMS, seafreight processes, and excellent communication skills. Based at Grindrod House, Durban Seafreight Branch.