Job Description

A well-established company in the manufacturing and supply chain industry is looking for an experienced Shipping Specialist with a strong background in import, export, and transportation logistics to plan, execute, and optimise end-to-end shipping activities while ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
Responsibilities:
Develop, map, and review shipping plans aligned to sales and financial forecasts
Consolidate quarterly shipping plans to optimise costs
Monitor and manage monthly shipping budgets against project allocations
Manage and improve shipping and distribution methods to enhance efficiency
Provide logistics and shipping support for new and potential orders
Propose shipping solutions for local and international customers
Manage SLAs and performance of third-party service providers (freight forwarders, clearing agents, transporters)
Oversee customs submissions and shipping documentation for imports and exports
Ensure compliance with transport regulations, INCOTERMS, and applicable legislation
Prepare shipping reports and presentations for management and project planning
Requirements:
Diploma in Shipping, Maritime, Logistics, Transportation, or NQF 6 equivalent
Minimum 8 years experience in shipping, logistics, or transportation, including imports and exports
Strong knowledge of customs, VAT, and shipping regulatory requirements
Extensive experience with INCOTERMS and transport compliance standards
Understanding of dangerous and/or flammable goods handling (advantageous)
Experience working with ERP systems; SAP knowledge beneficial
Valid Code 08 drivers licence
Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
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or email us your
CV: logistics@rpo-recruit.za.com.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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