Shipping Controller

Cape Union Mart Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company specializing in logistics is seeking a Shipping Controller. You'll manage all import and export activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective logistics operations. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of experience and a background in shipping or logistics. This role requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in logistics systems like Oracle and Sage.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in shipping/logistics operations, preferably in retail or FMCG.
• Experience in freight forwarding and customs clearance.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating all import and export shipping activities.
• Ensuring accurate documentation and tariff application.
• Managing relationships with freight service providers.
• Reconciling costings and payments.
• Keeping systems up to date.

Skills

SA customs regulations and international trade compliance

HS codes, duties, VAT implications

Proficient in MS Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs)

Excellent written and verbal communication

High numerical accuracy and analytical thinking

Effective time management and task prioritization

Sound decision-making and problem-solving

Strong service orientation and teamwork

Flexibility and adaptability to change

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, or International Trade

Training in Incoterms, Customs, Import/Export Regulations

Tools

Oracle

TradeCloud

Sage

Job description

Purpose

As a Shipping Controller at Cape Union Mart, you are responsible for managing and coordinating all import and export shipping activities. This includes ensuring goods move efficiently and cost-effectively across international borders and arrive on time, in full compliance with customs and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring accurate documentation and tariff application
• Managing relationships with freight service providers
• Reconciling costings and payments
• Keeping systems up to date
• Supporting operational continuity through reliable inbound logistics

Qualification & Experience

• Required: Matric (Grade 12)
• Preferred: Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, or International Trade
• Advantageous: Training in Incoterms, Customs, Import/Export Regulations
• 3–5 years in shipping/logistics operations, preferably in retail or FMCG
• Experience in freight forwarding, customs clearance, and handling bonded goods

Skills

• SA customs regulations and international trade compliance
• HS codes, duties, VAT implications, bonded/rebate goods processes
• ERP and logistics systems: Oracle, TradeCloud, Sage
• Technical Skills
• Proficient in MS Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs)
• Familiar with online logistics and SARS portals
• Systems: Oracle, Sage, TradeCloud
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• High numerical accuracy and analytical thinking
• Effective time management and task prioritization
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving
• Strong service orientation and teamwork
• Flexibility and adaptability to change

Please note

The Cape Union Mart Group is committed to transformation. Appointments and promotions will be made based on candidates who best meet the requirements for the position. Preference will be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team, aligned to our Employment Equity plan.