Junior Logistics Controller

Junior Logistics Controller is required for a Logistics Solutions Company based in Johannesburg East.Experience in Export
**Main Purpose of the Job**:
Execution of operational activities related to Exports, Port Operations and Imports, liaising with services providers, ensuring that all shipments are executed efficiently and cost effectively.
- Execute the logistics processes, to ensure client needs are met in a timeous manner.
- Check compliance with the countries customs, shipping regulations, quality requirements and safety procedures, and confirm with Logistics Controller or Coordinator if in order.
- Prepare shipping documentation for custom purposes.
- Execute all activities related to the logistics for customers.
- Communicate with the Freight Forwarders in respect of specific transport movements.
- Check that client requirements are met to the service level agreed and proactively communicate any potential issues, to the Logistics Controller or Coordinator.
- Provide quick and responsive service.
- Build relationships with the upstream and downstream supply chain, external service providers and clients.
- Check that all quality, safety and environment system controls are complied with, and confirm with the Logistics Controller or Coordinator if in order.
- Update weekly/ monthly reports as required for internal and external reporting.
- Compile the shipment file and consolidate invoices. Hand shipment file to Logistics Controller to finalise.
Imports
- Execute imports processes efficiently
- Check shipment documentation for correctness for imports and confirm with Logistics Controller or Coordinator (INCO terms;
values;
Tariff codes etc.)
- Clearance and delivery of shipment in compliance with the countries customs, shipping regulations, quality requirements and safety procedures.
- Update weekly/ monthly reports as required for internal and external reporting.
**Qualification, Skills and Attributes**
- Matric and Relevant diploma or degree would be advantageous.
- 2 - 4 years working experience in a relative role.
- Focus on customer satisfaction
- Good interpersonal skills to be able to deal with both service providers and customers
- Problem solving skills
- Experience in freight forwarding industry
- Experience gained from supply chain, logistics, transportation and forwarding.
- Planning, organising and controlling skills
- Ability to manage time, operationally driven and results focused
- Attention to detail
- Experience with Word &
Excel
- Working knowledge of SAP
**Salary**:
R10,000.00 - R12,000.00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
**Experience**:
- Cost control:
3 years (preferred)