Controller (Airfreight Import) at Bidvest International Logistics

Qualifiations: 

• Matric
• Tertiary education would be an advantage 
• Any shipping accredited unit standard advantageous

Experience:

• 3-5 years experience in a similar position
• Framing of various entries 
• Tariff Classification

Key Responsibilities

• Clearing of Import cargo in accordance with client requirements
• Track documentation flow from time of shipment to time of receipt in BIL and EMO Offices 
• Receive instructions and documents 
• Check for completeness and accuracy, if necessary obtain further details / instructions
• Create shipping files (paper and paperless) and register on CW / Frame the Bill of Entry on CargoWise  
• Obtain master /house transport document information from carriers  /consolidators
• Distribute work to other departments
• Track cargo for which he/she is responsible
• Expedite cargo with carriers, terminals,depots and other transport operators 
• Keep clients informed and handle queries from clients and other stakeholders and departments
• Keep system updated with all communication and documentation received and affected
• Ensure that all disbursements are recorded and recovered
• Initiate claims in respect of lost, damaged or discrepant cargo
• Record POD's 
• Assist business with possible new or existing business leads  For Business Growth
• Carry out acquittal procedures
• All incidents to be logged timeously on the SmartSure system
• Ability to handle forwarding clients with complex requirements
• Log all claims timeously on Claim App