Operations Agent - Air Freight at World Courier

Position Summary

• An exciting opportunity exists for an Operations Agent of World Courier (WC) an AmerisourceBergen Company, based in the head office in Kempton Park - Johannesburg, South Africa. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Exports

• Prepa re and submit export documents.
• Maintain EDI systems.
• Prepare airline booking.
• Action TMS updates.
• Check route confirmation.
• Ensure refrigerant replenishment (in accordance with instruction to dispatch) and removal in transit (RIT) Management.
• Ensure export compliance (CAA/Customs).
• Source export adhoc airline rates.
• Request charges from vendors (truck hire, DG packaging etc
• Alert domestic agent – overnight shipments, include delivery instructions.
• Resolve export delays (customs, DAFF etc).

Imports

• Prepare and submit import paperwork. Low & high value (includes consignee brokers).
• Submit Airline management System (AMS)
• Monitor customs progress.
• Resolve import delays (customs queries/stops, DAFF, DoH etc).
• Ensure compliance with import authorities.
• Enter TMS  updates.
• Ensure refrigerant replenishment instructions are carried out (passed onto dispatch).
• Africa imports (shipment instructions), packaging and temperature monitor recovery.
• Request charges from vendors (truck hire, DG packaging etc).
• Ensure import regulations are met (DoH, DAFF etc).

Dispatch

• Scheduling driver management for deliveries, collections.
• Prepare for packaging and temperature monitoring.
• Check and record vehicle checklists / daily fuel slips / service and repair bookings.
• Complete fridge / freezer checklists.
• Gel pack preparation process & monitor stock levels.
• Monitor GTC cleaning records.
• Ensure temperature monitor management.
• Packaging and temperature monitor recoveries.
• Monitor GTC daily checklist (JNB/CPT/DUR).
• Ensure refrigerant replenishment.
• Action TMS updates.
• Complete dry ice orders.
• Carry out stock recon.

Candidate Requirements

• Matric.
• Drivers license.
• Clear criminal record.
• Able to work shifts.
• Background environment in the courier/freight industry.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Self motivated.
• Remains calm under pressure.
• Flexible attitude.
• High attention to detail.
• Uses own initiative.
• Able to prioritise workload.
• Able to follow procedures and instructions.
• Able to provide relevant information on request.
• Good communication skills, both verbally and written.
• Good computer skills.

If you feel your experience meets this qualification and you are looking for an exciting position at a global industry leader, please apply and include an up to date copy of your CV, cover letter and desired remuneration package.