Imports Coordinator

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Imports Coordinator to join a well-established supply chain team in Montague Gardens. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented professional who thrives on ensuring seamless end-to-end import operations -- from supplier coordination to customs compliance.
You'll be the central link between suppliers, clearing agents, transporters, and internal teams, ensuring accurate documentation, on-time deliveries, and smooth import flows that keep the business running efficiently.
Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate container deliveries (including LCL and airfreight) with agents and transporters.
  • Manage unloading timelines and ensure accurate documentation and delivery notes are completed.
  • Track and confirm purchase orders with suppliers; ensure all pro forma invoices and order confirmations are signed and filed.
  • Prepare and submit import documentation to clearing agents within required timeframes.
  • Verify Incoterms, PO numbers, shipping terms, HS codes, and supplier details for accuracy.
  • Monitor shipments via shipping and Transnet platforms and complete costings using correct rates and payment terms.
  • Review agent invoices for duties, VAT, and clearance accuracy.
  • Update Syspro and shipping schedules, ensuring reporting accuracy.
  • Manage import filing and administration, including customs codes, payment terms, and supplier data.
  • Ensure customs and ISO compliance, assisting with SARS audits when required.
Qualifications & Experience ? Education:
  • Matric (Grade 12)
  • Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Imports, Exports, or Logistics
? Experience:
  • 4-6 years' hands-on experience in import coordination or supply chain
  • Experience in a global multinational environment advantageous
? Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong numeracy and analytical ability
  • High accuracy, diligence, and comfort working with data and systems
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and solve problems proactively
  • Customer service orientation with a team-first mindset
Why This Role? ? Step into a key operational role that keeps international supply chains flowing
? Join a high-performing supply chain team in a well-established organisation
? Build expertise in global trade, compliance, and logistics while contributing directly to business success
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Please Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks. If you do not receive feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will remain on our database for future opportunities.
I also specialise in recruiting for:
  • Supply Chain
  • Warehousing & Logistics
  • Procurement
  • FMCG Operations
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for future opportunities.
For more information, contact:
? 012 348 4940
For more information please contact:
Kavian Naidoo

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1547579
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned