Jobs at Bidvest International Logistics

• The Freight Estimator will be responsible from receiving the request for an estimate from a client or colleague up to submission to the client.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Tertiary qualification in the International Logistics field will be advantageous, or at least currently studying towards a qualification in this area
• 5 years Freight Estimating experience essential

Key Responsibilities    

• Ensure timeous and accurate freight estimates to internal and external clients.
• Ensure all appropriate rates / incoterms and rules are applied when producing a freight estimate.
• Interpret request received on estimate request or mail.
• Information is obtained regarding freight rates, clearing rates, transport rates, de-group rates etc.
• Prepare estimate using Excel.
• Submit for internal quality check based on value requirement.
• Ensure client (internal / external) receive accurate quote timeously.
• Record statistical information on an Estimate Register.
• Contact client for feedback on estimate.

Skills & Competencies    

• Freight experience and terminology essential.
• Knowledge of Incoterms essential.
• Knowledge of Hazardous goods essential.
• Must be MS Excel literate at an intermediate level.
• Cargowise knowledge an advantage.
• Must be highly numerate.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to internal clients and 3rd parties.
• Must be able to complete tasks accurately and promptly.
• Must be able to meet tight deadlines.

Closing Date    
2023/07/11

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Job Purpose    

• Understand clients requirements and facilitate their requirements in ensuring OTIFNE (On time, in full no errors) for each of their Import shipments.  Building a trusting relationship and adding value to our clients consistently. Understanding shipping from cargo collection at origin up until final delivery to client, including local customs formalities. Minimise cost and maximise revenue for BIL.                                

Qualifications & Experience    
QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Matric                                
• Relevant tertiary qualification essential

EXPERIANCE: 

• 3-5 previous experience as a Import Client Controller (ocean) with a good working knowledge of all aspects of Seafreight Imports, including the Customs and related EDI processes.            
• An excellent track record of effective communication skills                                

Key Responsibilities    
KEY RESPONSIBILITES 

• Ensure close liaison with clients in that they are continually updated via telephonic or electronic feedback on the status of their clearances and delivery of their cargo.  All pertinent instructions and key issues to be noted on the file in our operating system.                    
• Responsible for regular client meetings, visits and telephonic discussions to solicite information on clients business requirements, understanding client's potential problem areas, investigating competitor activities and networking and provide written feedback to management.        
• Ensure close liaison and correspondence with Vessel Agents, groupage agents, TNPA, TPT, TFR, unpack depots, container parks and other third parties as and when necessary.            
• Regular monitoring of the status of import shipments ( BIL tools) to ensure that there are no delays in the import clearance process - from time of receipt of documents to time of invoicing and delivery.   Where delays occur, ensure the necessary action is undertaken to resolve with applicable department or staff concerned and the reasons for the delays are noted on BIL operating system.             
• To back up the Senior, Client Controllers and Assistant Controllers as required.            
• Ensure all billing, reconciliation, debtors, financial queries and other import related queries are actioned as per KPI's.                                 
• Ensure import and KPI's process are followed to limit BIL risk and impact to reputation.        
• Vetting of Client documents and requesting for any outstanding or specific document/s that will be required for the smooth clearance of the shipment through the relevant authorities        
• Ensure strict adherence to intergrated management system (IMS)                
• Working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure file management is closed off.         
• Handling and following up on disputes until resolved.                         
• Notify neccessarry stakeholders and process claims within time frames.                 
• Zero tolerance of write off's                                
• Log all incident reports using SmartSure tool.    

Skills & Competencies    
KNOWLEDGE: 
Supply Chain:                                

• International Forwarding                                
• Seafreight Imports processes                                
• Financial background                                 
• Disputes and claims process                                
• Incoterms                                
• Customer relationship building  

SKILLS: 

• Valid drivers licence                                
• Negotiation  and presentation                                 
• Computer literacy                                 
• Interpersonal, communication and written skills with the ability to liaise professionally with all stakeholders.                                
• Sound Planning and organisational skills                                
• High tolerance for stress                                
• Systematic, logic and analytical approach                                
• Multi tasking the workload and manage all functions within the department  

Closing Date    
2023/07/10

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• To lead and organise the National Sales team in the generation of new business across all industry verticals with a strong focus on achieving set targets.
• Aim to achieve this by actively marketing Bidvest International Logistics to and establishing long term business relationships with target accounts.  
• To sell the company's primary products and services locally and internationally by following a structured sales approach (Sales Performance Process Map).

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric (Grade 12)                                  
• Tertiary Education:   B  Degree or relevant Post Graduate Qualification    
• Years of experience required:   At least 5 - 10 years Sales Experience, preferably in the 3/4 PL and / or Freight Forwarding Industry  
• Specific experience required: Strong sales experience and ideally has worked in a  business development role.
• Demonstratable ability to manage and lead a Sales team on a National level
• Proven skills and expertise in client matters
• Solid working knowledge of sales, business development and planning and management.  
• Track record in Freight Forwarding, Clearing and Contract Logistics Industry and 3/4 PL.    
• Highly motivated, sales orientated with experience in sales planning and execution.                                                                                                      

Key Responsibilities    

• Generate personal new Forwarding sales to facilitate annual trade lane volumes growth as per company targets.                      
• Identify potential prospects, establish contact and develop customer relationships; target customers that can help increase market share.                                
• Coordinate  Air & Ocean new business accounts secured by the FSM and develop sales leads and assess potential for business; maintain pipeline and manage inter-company opportunities.                                
• Define and quantify new Air & Ocean Forwarding targets in conjunction with BD Commercial, Trade Lane and our International partners.                                
• Act as liaison and communicate with foreign and domestic offices,  department managers, upper management, and/or clients regarding quality service and related issues that affect our ability to meet the client’s requirements, supported by the Trade Lane Managers.                                
• Prepare Standard Operating Procedures / Forwarding Rate Proposals based on customer’s requirements, work with management team and operating staff to ensure quality and profitable service is delivered based on the customer’s SOP.                            
• Manage all communications in regards to your forwarding new business accounts, including effective and timely resolution of issues, problems or concerns with EMO/ Agent and BIL offices.      
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly reports that detail trade lane new Air & Ocean Forwarding business development & progress; analyse marketing conditions and sales projections.    
• Ensure efficient feedback on new business Air & Ocean Forwarding sales leads received from Trade Lane and/or our international partners, updating of the global target accounts.               

Skills & Competencies    

• Full MS Office and CRM at intermediate to advanced level
• Energetic and innovative, coupled with a high tolerance for stress.                                      
• The ability to work independently, to use initiative and sound judgement is essential                              
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills, including professional demeanour and excellent written, verbal and cultural communication skills.                                
• Project Management skills                                                                        
• Integrity and ethical qualities of the highest standard.                                
• Excellent public speaker with strong presentation skills.
• Exceptional problem solving ability
• Exceptional negotiation skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills  

Closing Date    
2023/07/12

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Job Purpose    

• Once the Controllers have pre-registered the files,your role will be to fulfil the clerance process.  Ensure proactiveness, very high levels of communication, building a trusting relationship and adding value consistently to all key working relationship parties. Understand and facilitate the clearance requirements in ensuring OTIFNE (On time, in full no errors) for each Import shipment. Understanding shipping from cargo collection at origin up until final delivery to client, including local customs formalities. 

Qualifications & Experience    
QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Matric                                
• Relevant tertiary qualification essential        

EXPERIANCE: 

• 3-5 previous experience in Import Clearing environment (ocean) with a good working knowledge of all aspects of Seafreight Imports, including the Customs and related EDI processes.                              
• An excellent track record of effective communication skills.

Key Responsibilities    
KEY RESPONSIBILITES: 

• Ability to handle the full ocean import process.                                
• Upon tasking of shipments check to ensure all necessary documents are received correctly to effect Customs Clearance                                
• Close liaison and correspondence with internal and external key working relationship parties.     
• Regular monitoring of the status of import shipments ( BIL tools) to ensure that there are no delays in the import clearance process.
• Be proactive and alert all necessary parties of challenges. Where delays occur, ensure the necessary action is undertaken to resolve with applicable department or parties concerned and the reasons for the delays are noted on BIL operating system.                                 
• To back up the Senior, Client Controllers and Assistant Controllers as required.                
• Ensure all financial queries and other import related queries are actioned as per KPI's.             
• Ensure import and KPI's process are followed to limit BIL risk and impact to reputation.        
• Working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure file management.                
• Handling and following up on queries and disputes until resolved.             
• Zero tolerance on write off's                                
• Log all incident reports using SmartSure tool.

Skills & Competencies    
KNOWLEDGE: 
Supply Chain:                                

• International Forwarding                                
• Sea freight Imports processes                                
• Financial background                                 
• Disputes process with shipping lines                                
• Incoterms      

SKILSS: 

• Valid drivers licence advantageous                                 
• Computer literacy                                 
• Interpersonal, communication and written skills with the ability to liaise professionally with all stakeholders.                                
• Sound Planning and organisational skills                                
• Systematic, logic and analytical approach                                
• High tolerance for stress                                
• To consult/escalate to Import client controllers/supervisors on any  problematic shipments or queries.    

Closing Date    
2023/07/10

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Job Purpose    

• The purpose of this Job is to assist Export Controllers, Supervisors and Manager with all shipping related tasks in order to maintain OTIFNE - On time in full no errors for all shipments and tasks allocated. 

Qualifications & Experience    
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12/ Matric 

EXPERIANCE: 

• At least 2 years experience in shipping with export experience preferrably in Seafreight                                
• Road freight experience an advantage.                              

Key Responsibilities    
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Typing CTO's ( order to cash - Transnet)                                
• Typing of EUR.1 Certificates, GSP Form A, Certificate of Origin, SADC certificates (Preparation of Country Required Certificates. ) 
• Typing bill of lading, shipping instructions (on MS Word, MS Excel, and WEB)            
• (E-mail  or submit online the above documents to the various shipping lines)            
• Checking of Bills of Lading and Specifications and printing of these documents.        
• Processing of Cargo Dues                                
• Assist the Client Controller with claims (Manifest correctors, cargo dues) and/or queries in relation to shipment files handled. 
• Will be required to take on Adhoc shipments which will include adhering to Export shipment process requirements. (handling a shipment from start to finish)                     
• Tracking of Export shipments            

Skills & Competencies    
KNOWLEDGE: 

• Knowledge of export procedures (hazardous and general cargo)
• Cargowise and OTC (order to cash - Transnet)
• Knowledge of Export Cargo handling and required documentation for hazardous and non-hazardous carg.
• Geographical Knowledge

SKILLS:

• General computer literacy
• Attention to details
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Fluent in English command- writing, reading and speaking    

Closing Date    
2023/07/11

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Job Purpose    

• BIL seeks to employ a Transport Coordinator who will ensure goods and materials move through the supply chain to their intended destination in a timeous and efficient manner. Individuals in this role use their superior organization and problem-solving skills to optimize delivery routes, manage inventory to prepare for shipping, and ensure drivers meet delivery deadlines.

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric                                   
• 4-5 years experience         
• Knowledge of container movement                    

Key Responsibilities    
Planning & Organising

• Ensure that all clients are kept updated wrt to their deliveries with expected time of arrival, delays etc via email and telephonic discussion
• Ensure that all drivers are contacted and kept updated wrt to their progress and delivery changes
• Ensure that all relevant and correct documentation is handed to the driver prior to each upliftment
• Ensure that the predeparture and debriefing of all drivers is adhered to
• Ensure that all drivers hand in all relevant documentation pertaining to their respective deliveries
• Ensure all drivers trip sheets, pods are scrutinised for any damages, deliveries not done etc
• Respond to all telephone calls regarding breakdowns, accidents, delays etc.
• Liaise with loading and offloading sites wrt to any delays that you may be faced with
• Keep your superior updated at all times wrt to progress or delays wrt to any deliveries
• Check availabilty of vessels and ensure cargo is uplifted within the specified time frame to avoid any storage/demurrage charges

Administration

• Scrutinise all delivery notes and report any damages, discrepancies etc to your superior
• Ensure that all correct and relevant documentation that is required for invoicing purposes is handed in by the driver
• Update all systems that is relevant to your department and submit to your superior timeously
• Ensure that the correct document flow is adhered to

Reporting/General

• Ensure that clients are updated wrt to their deliveries timeously
• Resolve queries in the most efficient manner
• Ensure that all clients requirements are communicated to your subordinates and adhered to
• Build and maintain relationships with all clients
• Ensure all incidents, damages, losses and claims are reported immediately, correctly and in accordance with BPL’s policies and procedures
• Maintain all housekeeping standards within the operation area
• Adhere to all health, safety and quality procedures

Skills & Competencies    

• MS Office
• Knowledge of container movement
• Plan and manage complex operations

Closing Date    
2023/07/05