Job Description

Responsible for the movement of merchandise and/or material in/out of the country in compliance with state and local regulations. Monitors and completes paperwork and monetary transactions associated with international distribution in a timely manner.
Qualifications

• Matric

Experience

• Export commercial experience preferred

Duties

• Keep an up to date pricelist
• Draw up pro forma invoices and sales contracts
• Load orders onto system
• Follow up on stock availability with the factory
• Liase with Supply Chain on availability of other products
• Arrange transportation of goods with transporters
• Supply/obtain the load number
• Provide the transporter with a commercial invoice
• Arrange payment for the transporter (include clearances at border)
• Queries and investigation relating to clients orders
• Monitor export shipments from order to arrival at destination
• Verification / compilation of export documentation
• Reconciling and preparing payment for freight companies

SEA FREIGHT:

• Arrange for export documentation
• Co-ordinate labels and bags
• Arrange for the Sasolburg plant to send product to the port
• Book vessel for shipment
• Provide instructions for packaging and shipping
• Arrange with inspectors to inspect the product quality and that it is up to standard
• Follow up on payments due
• Ensure that all info on the the bill of loading is correct

Job Competencies

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work quickly and accurately
• Able to help customers in a friendly and efficient manner
• Good organizational skills(timekeeping, punctuality and reliability)
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
• Work well in a highly pressurised work environment

Skills Required