Shipping Assistant

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description


Position summaryIndustry: FMCG & Supply ManagementJob category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply ChainLocation: Cape TownContract: PermanentRemuneration: market relatedEE position: YesAbout our companyClicks GroupIntroductionThe purpose of this role is to to ensure that all import orders for the Clicks Group are placed and shipped on-time and in full, within the best possible lead times and at the lowest cost, ensuring compliance to all legislative requirements.Job descriptionJob description

  • To create Purchase Orders within the agreed timeframes.
  • To email Purchase Orders to suppliers within the agreed timeframes.
  • To confirm Purchase Orders within the agreed timeframes.
  • To upload all Import Documents on Document Management System.
  • Follow up with vendors on all Purchase Orders past Latest Ship Date.
  • To send out unconfirmed report weekly to Category teams.
  • To proactively engage with vendors, category teams and Freight Forwarder on LSD changes and updating ERP system accordingly.
  • To establish Letters of Credits for all L/C Suppliers.
Minimum requirementsMinimum requirementsJob Knowledgexc2xb7 Essential: Basic understanding of Incoterms 2010xc2xb7 Essential: Basic understanding of manufacturing and shipping lead times.xc2xb7 Desirable: Knowledge of retail buying processesJob Related Skillsxc2xb7 Essential: Problem Solving Skillsxc2xb7 Essential: Excellent Communication Skillsxc2xb7 Essential: Analytical Skillsxc2xb7 Essential: Computer Literacyxc2xb7 Essential: Ability to multitaskJob Experiencexc2xb7 Essential: A minimum of 1-2 years' experience in the Shipping/Imports/Exports environment with exposure to freight forwarding, shipping lines and/or customs clearingxc2xb7 Desirable: 1 year experience in Logistics/Supply Chain/RetailEducation:xc2xb7 Essential: Grade 12xc2xb7 Desirable: Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management.CompletenciesWorking with other peopleAnalysingPlanning and OrganisingDelivering results and meeting customer's expectations

Clicks Group

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1423391
  • 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