Shipping Manager (Procurement)

telebest; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Johannesburg seeks a Shipping Manager responsible for overseeing import logistics and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. The ideal candidate must have a degree in Supply Chain or Logistics, and a 6-month certificate in clearing and forwarding. Key responsibilities include calculating duties for imports, managing shipping documentation, and providing weekly reports. Advanced knowledge in ACC PAC and MS Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Supply Chain or Logistics is required.
• 6-month certificate in clearing and forwarding is necessary.
• At least Matric or RPL is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Calculate duties, tariffs, and other monetary transactions for imports.
• Monitor paperwork and regulations for international imports.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and manage shipping logistics.
• Provide weekly goods and transit reports to management.

Skills

Importation logistics

Import and customs regulations

ACC PAC

MS Office (advanced Excel)

Import Tracking Software

Advanced Arithmetic

Product Knowledge

Education

Matric or RPL

Relevant degree in Supply Chain or Logistics

6-month certificate in clearing and forwarding

Job description

Our client has an opportunity available for a Shipping Manager (Procurement).

Requirements

• Matric or RPL.
• Relevant degree in Supply Chain or Logistics.
• 6-month certificate in clearing and forwarding.
• Knowledge:
  • Importation logistics.
  • Import and customs regulations.
  • ACC PAC.
  • MS Office (advance excel).
  • Blue link or Investec Import solutions would be advantageous.
  • Import Tracking Software.
  • Advanced Arithmetic.
  • Product Knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Calculate duties, tariffs, price conversions, weight, and volume of the merchandise to be imported from foreign destinations.
• Monitor and complete paperwork and monetary transactions associated with international imports.
• Receive stock onto ACC PAC.
• Ensure all pricing structures are updated according to new exchange rates.
• Ensure that the shipment adheres to customs regulations and coordinate with shipping and customs agents for clearance on delivery.
• Deal with quotes from prospective shippers.
• Handle claims with insurance companies if any shipment problems happen to occur.
• Provide efficient delivery logistics information through data management.
• Compute international fees for each shipment and keep track of shipment payments.
• Adhere to specified standards, policies, practices and procedures.
• Take personal responsibility for the cleanliness and appearance of the assigned workspace.
• Act as a third‑party service provider for customers.
• Submit a weekly goods and transit report to management.
• Ensure that the customers goods are delivered using the correct mode of transport.
• Keep updated with the exchange rates inform CFO accordingly.