Job Description

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Export Controller within a food manufacturing company based in the Cape Town.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of all export documentation and relevant certificates of conformance and other certificates that will be required by our customers and destination customs authorities
• Verification, approval and completion of export-related Letters of Credit, Bank to Bank reimbursements and amendments to ensure efficient collection of export proceeds
• Assist to obtain all required export licenses required for each consignment, customer, and country
• Close communication internally with Customer Service, Procurement, Production, Finance and Quality Control, whilst externally with customers, commercial banks, and freight forwarders
• Evaluate and apply all new customs related requirements for exports on an ongoing basis
• Obtain all relevant customs related certification documents
• Check and coordinate with Supply Chain Department to establish an efficient export classification and prepare tariff schedule
• Administer all freight logistics
• Provide optimal level of customer service and resolve all shipment issues
• Correct administrative duties to ensure documentation are available for future reference
• Track all export shipments and forward weekly updates to relevant departments
• Co-ordinate all 3rd party pre-shipment inspections of all outgoing cargo
• Monitor and provide response to all customs inquiries and requests and obtain required product certifications for all export products for customs clearance
• Ensure correct usage and the accurate usage of HS codes.
• Review invoicing and related documents to ensure shipping, handling, storage charges and customs fees are billed correctly
• Maintain an efficient customs rebate stores/ bond warehouse system and provide schedule for movements of the same to customs during audits
• Execute different courses of action in general in accordance with instructions given by Management and the Supply Chain team

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary degree/diploma
• At least five years work experience in a Supply Chain/Logistics related position in the Food and Beverage Industry, involving international freight forwarding, liaison with clearing agents and freight companies (road, sea, and air freight)
• Must have exceptional knowledge and thorough understanding of Inco-terms
• Must have thorough knowledge of customs rebate stores operations and documentation requirements
• Good numerical and computer skills (SAP HANA S4 experience advantageous)
• Good communication and people skills
• Good organizational skills and able to create a structured environment
• Own transport

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to

Alternatively, you are also welcome to contact Shannon on 021 180 0776

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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