Inbound & Exports Analyst - HQ Sandton at The South African Breweries (SAB)

Key Responsibilities:

• The key accountabilities for this role include but are not restricted to:
• Coordinate and oversee the export & Inbound process, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
• Manage documentation and paperwork required for inbound and export, including customs forms, shipping invoices, export licenses ,bills oflading, certificates of origin, and customs declarations.
• Monitor and coordinate the receipt of goods and raw materials.
• Monitor and track shipments to ensure timely delivery, ensure GIT reporting is accurate and timeously closed out
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers.
• Analyse inbound and outbound shipping data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost saving opportunities.
• Resolve any issues or delays in the inbound or export process, such as customs clearance problems or transportation issues
• Stay updated on international trade regulations and changes in inbound and export requirements
• Generate regular reports for management on logistics performance and cost analysis.
• Resolve conflicts or issues arising in the supply chain.
• Act as a point of contact for internal departments regarding inbound and export processes.
• Provide support and guidance to other team members involved in the inbound and export process
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to develop and implement process improvement initiatives
• Track shipments and address delays or discrepancies.
• End to End Payments process management ensuring correctness of Payments.
• Validation and Reconciliation of Vendor payment submissions vs internal systems in line with proper Accrual Management practices
• Raising of Purchase Orders upon validation, GRN Purchase Orders and handling of queries and the related aspects relevant to Inbound & exports Payments
• Clearing of payment blocks impacting exports customer & imports accounts to ensure on time payment and reconciliation
• Monitoring inventory levels and coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement in logistics processes.
• Analysing data and generating reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on time delivery, inventory accuracy, and transportation costs.
• Voyage management and closure
• Additional responsibilities as may be required

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Bachelors degree in Planning, Supply Chain Management or Logistics degree in Planning, Supply Chain Management or Logistics
• 3 --5 years operational or planning experience in FMCG 5 years operational or planning experience in FMCG
• Deep Knowledge of Logistics and Planning processes, specifically inventory management
• Understanding of ABInBev Logistics and Planning principles
• Improvement through root cause and trends analysis using Belt methodology
• Demonstrable problem--solving skills with an ability to manage complexity and solving skills with an ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
• Must be able to work under continuous pressure for extended periods
• Clear and strong communication skills
• High levels of integrity and honesty
• Innovative thinker
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrate initiative and drive
• Critical decision--making ability making ability
• Customer centric