Seafreight Import Controller

Our client, a leading organisation within the freight forwarding and logistics industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Import Controller to join their Cape Town team. Experience with seafreight exports is highly advantageous.

This role requires a detail-oriented, client-focused professional who can coordinate international freight movements, manage shipment files from forwarding through to invoicing and ensure compliance with all relevant requirements. 

Strong seafreight import knowledge is essential, while experience in seafreight exports will be highly advantageous. 

Duties:

• Coordinate and manage the forwarding of import shipments in line with client requirements.
• Manage the customs clearance process and ensure shipments comply with relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate the movement of import cargo throughout the international transport chain.
• Arrange and coordinate transport to ensure the timely movement and delivery of cargo.
• Prepare and manage shipment documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Complete invoicing and administer shipment files from start to finish.
• Arrange appropriate insurance cover and manage claims when required.
• Interpret and apply Incoterms, freight rates and relevant international transport requirements.
• Maintain high standards of data quality and ensure accurate shipment information is recorded.
• Provide guidance, support and direction to Import Controllers and Learners.
• Ensure compliance with the company's Quality Management System.
• Assist with additional duties and operational requirements as needed.

Requirements:

• Matric certificate.
• A two-year freight forwarding-related qualification at NQF Level 4 or NQF Level 5, or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5–7 years of recent import controlling experience within the clearing and forwarding industry (non-negotiable).
• Proven experience managing the end-to-end import process.
• Seafreight export experience (extremely advantageous).
• ShipShape experience (advantageous).