Job Title: Freight Forwarder – Air
Company:Staff Unlimited
Job description: Job DescriptionOur global client is seeking an experienced Freight Forwarding star! You will be focused on Airfreight specifically, with perishable expertise.In order to be considered, you have to meet with minimum requirements:Main Purpose of The Role:Communication with clients, airlines, and all relevant departments.
Airline reservations and bookings
Completion of all export / import documents as prescribed by relevant local and international authorities.Minimum Requirements:Minimum of 5 experience as export controller in Perishable Airfreight exports and / or imports.
Excellent understanding of industry and related job requirements for Freight Forwarding.
Geographical knowledge and familiar with airline routes and capabilities.
Strong persuasive and organizational skills.
Ability to liase effectively with clients and airlines, both telephonically and via e-mail.
Detail orientated and ability to work under pressure.
Ability to lead.Duties and responsibilities:Processing / issuing of all export documentation: AWB, SAD, Phytosanitary certificate, PPECB, COO’s, etc.
Airline bookings as per rate agreements
Liaising with clients via e-mail, and telephonically
Maintaining of bookings lists
Daily tracking of shipments
Updating clients on status of shipments
Daily shipment / warehouse planning
Liaising with warehouse regarding deliveries / collections
SARS acquittalsSkills/Competencies:Strong communication and relationship building skills, both verbally and written.
Ownership and self-motivation, to ensure any challenge is addressed immediately and resolved as soon possible.
Having all round understanding of the airfreight function to ensure solutions can be provided in a timely manner.
Ability to work under pressure.
Positive outlook and team player
Results, quality and detail driven.
Self-confident and resilient.Qualifications:Matric – Essential
Computer packages
Excellent knowledge on Excel/ Word/ Windows/ Office/ OutlookCompetent knowledge on CargoWise1 / ShipShapeSkillsExport Logistics Air Freight Tracking ImportIndustriesLogistics Freight Import/Export
Expected salary: R25000 – 30000 per month
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job date: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 01:04:36 GMT
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