Shipping Controller

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Location: Stellenbosch, WC, South Africa

Company: Distell Limited

Applications are invited for the above mentioned position to be based at Supply Chain, Stellenbosch Libertas. This position will report to the Shipping Manager.

Purpose of the position

To ensure that all export documentation are compiled in a consistent and correct manner to comply with both exporting and importing country`s regulations.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

Applications for Export Certificates, Notifications of Loading and Declarations of Loadings – all WOL activities
Creating of Deliveries and Shipments – SAP PRD
Ensure Export Documentation availabilty Day before Physical Load date – TEAMS
Invoicing of Export Orders and generate all other Export Documentation – SAP PRD
Compile Final Export Documentation for Freight Forwarder
Application of Duty at Source for Excise purposes
Customs Documentation Management including SADC certificates and Cross Border Documentation applications
Submitting Conformance applications and documentation to Inspection Services
Problem Solving
ADHOC duties

The successful candidate must preferably have the following knowledge/ experience and qualification

Logistics or Supply chain related Diploma / Degree
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an administrative and client services department within the export / Logistics industry
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Relevant knowledge of WOL applications for Alcoholic beverages for export purposes
Knowledge of export procedures relating to Alcoholic beverages for Road, Sea, and Air Freight
Proven computer literacy in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel will be advantagous
Competence in the use of SAP would be advantageous
Experience in organizing a wide variety of tasks under pressure
An aptitude for administrative duties and attention to detail is essential.
Proven interpersonal and persuasive skills to complete tasks outside the incumbent’s area of authority
Good communication skills
Ability to work independently
Attention to detail
An energetic and pro-active team player
Demonstrate willingness to participate in- and learn other team activities