South Africa: Shipping Specialist posted by Greys Recruitment

Requirements: 

• Diploma in Shipping /Maritime/Logistics/Transportation or NQF 6 equivalent qualification
• At least 8 years’ experience in Shipping, Logistics or Transportation environment and managing Outbound logistics through exports and Inbound logistics through imports
• Code 08 driver’s licence
• Extensive Knowledge and experience of Customs and VAT as well SARS shipping requirements
• Extensive knowledge and experience on INCOTERMS
• Understanding of handling dangerous and/or flammable goods will be an added advantage
• Good knowledge of all modes of transport regulations, compliance standards and INCOTERMS
• Knowledge, understanding and transactional exposure on ERP systems
• Knowledge of SAP would be an added advantage
• Knowledge of processes, administration, procedures, quality, production, products, maintenance and safety requirements

Responsibilties

• Map and review the shipping plan in line with the financial sales plan as well as Consolidate quarterly shipping plan to reduce shipping costs
• Monitor shipping budget on monthly expenses by comparison of Budgeted values per project
• Manage & monitor all aspects of methods of shipping and/or distribution with the ultimate goal of improving efficiency, thus generating higher profits for the company
• Render logistics support to new requirements or potential orders such as shipping option details and any special requirements
• Propose shipping solutions for local and external customers/client
• Experience in Operational SLA management of 3rd party service providers – forwarding & clearing agents, vessel agents, road transport service providers, container suppliers
• Experience in managing all customs submissions and documentation pertaining to materials/components in the Rebate Store. Point of Contact with SARS/Customs for the Rebate Store will be an added advantage
• Extensive experience in Managing and establishing best communication relations with Transport & Freight Forwarder service providers
• Understanding of handling dangerous goods and/or flammables will be an added advantage
• Extensive knowledge of all modes of transport regulations, compliance standards and INCOTERMS (latest)
• Responsible of preparing Shipping presentations for monthly reporting & as when required to support Project Planning
• Adhere to all applicable legislation within RDM
• Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy

How to apply:

1. Follow the link to our jobseeker’s page www.********.co.za
2. Search for the job title: Shipping Specialist 
3. Click apply to submit your CV.