Jobs at UD Trucks

Responsibilities and Duties 

• Monitoring Inventory Levels: Ensuring that there is always a sufficient stock of parts and materials without overstocking.
• Reordering: Placing orders for materials or parts when inventory levels drop below a certain threshold.
• Cycle Counting: Regularly counting inventory to ensure accuracy and reconcile any discrepancies.
• Supplier Communication: Working closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials.
• Scheduling Deliveries: Coordinating the timing of deliveries to align with production schedules.
• Vendor Management: Evaluating supplier performance and resolving any issues that could impact production
• Send Call-off requests for material from Durban crossdock and coordinate daily loads for UD Plant Pretoria.
• Monitoring of arrival of trucks from Durban crossdock.
• Control of keys and data plates for all cabs received from Durban crossdock
• Inspection of cargo from Durban crossdock per tally sheet (Invoice), and shipment schedule oversee and monitor offloading of all cargo.
• Ensure quality of material during the transport process, report and act towards quality issues (UD damages).
• Instruct plant employees on which KMP (UD Packaging) and returnable steel racks to be sorted during the day.
• Manage KMP empty packaging from plant to breakdown and Export readiness.
• Book transport for collection of KMP and returnable steel racks.
• Ensuring all loaded trucks with KMP and returnable steel racks are compliant with South African Road Traffic Regulations (e.g. height & CBM).
• Quarterly stock count of KMP and returnable steel racks, including update in KMP system.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by Supervisor or Manager

Problem-Solving:

• Address and resolve any issues related to customs clearance, including delays, misclassification, or disputes.

Safety Protocols:

• Implementing and enforcing safety procedures for handling materials and operating logistics equipment
• Daily deviation report to stakeholders.
• Reporting of all damages to respective stakeholders.
• Reporting of any risk/compliance deviations where applicable.
• Problem-Solving
• Customer interaction – Liaising with internal customers to manage expectations and provide updates regarding delivery schedules.

Minimum qualifications

• Working knowledge of all related operational processes.
• Transport operations planning calculation of CBM (cubic meter), vehicle combinations
• Knowledge and understanding of the organisations systems, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and awareness of any new developments within operations.
• Ability to operate IT/Software used within the organisation.
• Abilities to set objectives.
• Reporting skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Business acumen.

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Responsibilities and Duties 

• Receive shipping documents from packing platforms for Transport Material (KD Kits and SPOL parts) and Transport Products (Complete built units)
• Expedite SPOL LCL (Less than container load) sea freight shipments for customs clearance via agent.
• Compile Clearing Instructions and send them to the clearing agents
• Coordinate the airfreight movements for UCRs and extra orders.
• Update arrival dates on operational controlling files.

Customs Compliance:

• Ensure all automotive imports and exports comply with relevant customs regulations and laws. Stay updated on changes in customs regulations and tariffs affecting the automotive industry.

Documentation Management:

• Prepare and review customs documentation, including bills of lading, invoices, and certificates of origin.
• Maintain accurate records of all customs transactions and documentation.

Liaison with Customs Authorities:

• Communicate and coordinate with customs officials to facilitate the smooth clearance of automotive goods.
• Handle any issues or disputes related to customs clearance.

Duty and Tax Calculation:

• Calculate and pay customs duties, taxes, and fees on automotive imports and exports.
• Ensure accurate classification of goods to apply the correct tariffs.
• Risk Management:Identify and mitigate risks related to customs non-compliance, including fines, delays, and seizures.
• Conduct audits and assessments of customs processes to ensure compliance.

Coordination with Internal Teams:

• Work closely with logistics, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure timely and compliant shipment of vehicles and components.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on customs regulations and procedures.

Problem-Solving:

• Address and resolve any issues related to customs clearance, including delays, misclassification, or disputes.

Minimum qualifications

• Working knowledge of the relevant regulations including INCO(international commercial terms)terms.
• Working knowledge of all related operational processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, International Trade, or a related field.
• Certification in customs brokerage or related certification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in customs control or international trade, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of customs laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in customs software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously