Sea Freight Export Controller M/F

 

 

Sea Freight Export Controller M/F

General Information

AGL (Africa Global Logistics) is the leading multimodal logistics operator (port, logistics, maritime and rail) in Africa. The company is now part of the MSC Group, a leading maritime and logistics company. 

Thanks to its expertise developed over more than a century and to more than 23,000 employees in 49 countries, AGL provides its African and global customers with global, tailor-made and innovative logistics solutions, with the ambition of contributing to the transformation of Africa in a sustainable way. 
AGL is also present in Haiti and Timor.

Are you looking for a rewarding experience in an international environment? Do you want to make an impact in a company that puts Africa at the heart of its project? 

Join AGL, the leading multimodal logistics operator on the African continent!   

Job description

Mission description

Job Purpose:
Overseeing and coordinating sea freight exports shipments

 

Profile

Job Function:
• Receive documents from client/office and arrange bookings with the relevant shipping lines or Co-Loaders
• All LCL Shipments to be booked via our own console through Africa Global Logistics office
• Maintain strong communication and keep the client updated on a regular basis with vessel sailing details. Do status reports.
• Follow up with the client or warehouse regarding packing of the container (depending on the agreement) once shipment is released from customs
• Local handling files, ensure shipments are cleared through customs and follow up with customs on the final release of documents. Ensure bills of lading and cargo dues are done.
• Request invoices from service providers and negotiate the best possible rates. Minimise losses on files.
• Ensuring that 3rd party invoices are checked and billed out correctly
• Ensure files are invoiced within 24/48hrs from date of sailing
• Ensure all queries are attended to within 48 hours
• Ensure all mails are attended to within 24 hours
• Pre capture file once it is registered
• Arranging transport for deliveries of shipments, collection from client in SA to destination on
hazardous and non-hazardous cargo
• File all documents related to shipments
• Escalating all problems or potential problems to supervisor/manager

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• Matric
• 1-5 years' relevant experience in the Freight Industry