Imports Coordinator

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd

Job Location:

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 4-5years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire a Imports Coordinator based in Montague Gardens Cape Town to join their team.

To manage the full import process within the Supply Chain department ensuring the efficient coordination of international shipments and compliance with all customs and regulatory requirements. Oversee communication with agents transporters and warehouses to secure timely and accurate delivery of goods. Support the Supply Chain Director and Buyers by tracking purchase orders verifying supplier documentation and preparing import files for customs clearance. Ensure cost accuracy maintain up-to-date shipping schedules and uphold ISO and SARS compliance standards. Have a significant impact on the efficiency accuracy and reliability of the companys import operations within a fast-paced supply chain environment.

Responsibilities

Liaising with agents transporters and warehouses to coordinate deliveries (including LCL and airfreight).
Tracking shipments and confirming supplier details and order confirmations.
Preparing and submitting all import documentation to clearing agents timeously.
Ensuring all Incoterms PO numbers payment and shipping terms are correct.
Completing import costings buying foreign exchange and maintaining up-to-date shipping schedules.
Checking agent invoices VAT duty and HS codes.
Updating Syspro and the shipping schedule.
Ensuring payment documents are submitted on time and processed correctly.
Maintaining filing and document control.
Adherence to ISO and Customs processes.
Ensuring readiness for SARS audits and related compliance requirements.

Requirements

Matric (Grade 12) Essential.
Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Imports/Exports or Logistics Preferred.
46 years hands-on experience in forwarding shipping customs and warehousing.
Strong background working with transporters freight forwarders and logistics.
Experience in a multinational or high-volume import environment is advantageous.

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of Incoterms and import processes.
Understanding of IATA dangerous goods shipments.
Strong numeracy and Excel proficiency.
Accuracy and diligence with data and systems.
Ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple priorities.

Soft Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability.
Proactive customer-focused and able to work both independently and in a team.
Organized diligent and quality-oriented.

Required Skills:

Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of Incoterms and import processes. Understanding of IATA dangerous goods shipments. Strong numeracy and Excel proficiency. Accuracy and diligence with data and systems. Ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple priorities. Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. High attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability. Proactive customer-focused and able to work both independently and in a team. Organized diligent and quality-oriented.

Required Education:

Matric (Grade 12) Essential. Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Imports/Exports or Logistics Preferred.

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire a Imports Coordinator based in Montague Gardens Cape Town to join their team.To manage the full import process within the Supply Chain department ensuring the efficient coordination of international shipments and compliance with all customs and regulatory req...

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking to hire a Imports Coordinator based in Montague Gardens Cape Town to join their team.

Responsibilities

Liaising with agents transporters and warehouses to coordinate deliveries (including LCL and airfreight).
Tracking shipments and confirming supplier details and order confirmations.
Preparing and submitting all import documentation to clearing agents timeously.
Ensuring all Incoterms PO numbers payment and shipping terms are correct.
Completing import costings buying foreign exchange and maintaining up-to-date shipping schedules.
Checking agent invoices VAT duty and HS codes.
Updating Syspro and the shipping schedule.
Ensuring payment documents are submitted on time and processed correctly.
Maintaining filing and document control.
Adherence to ISO and Customs processes.
Ensuring readiness for SARS audits and related compliance requirements.

Requirements

Matric (Grade 12) Essential.
Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Imports/Exports or Logistics Preferred.
46 years hands-on experience in forwarding shipping customs and warehousing.
Strong background working with transporters freight forwarders and logistics.
Experience in a multinational or high-volume import environment is advantageous.

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of Incoterms and import processes.
Understanding of IATA dangerous goods shipments.
Strong numeracy and Excel proficiency.
Accuracy and diligence with data and systems.
Ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple priorities.

Soft Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability.
Proactive customer-focused and able to work both independently and in a team.
Organized diligent and quality-oriented.

Required Skills:

Required Education:

Matric (Grade 12) Essential. Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Imports/Exports or Logistics Preferred.

Company Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Key Skills

Corporate Risk Management
Electronics
Infection Control
Bakery
ELV
Accident Investigation

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