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Operations Controller (Corridor) M/F


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  Operations Controller (Corridor) M/F 

General informations

Africa Global Logistics Namibia offers of logistics solutions in all sectors of activities that govern economic life in this country. For 14 years, through our multimodal logistics solutions (clearing and forwarding, transport, warehousing, vessel agency & husbandry)) we have been modifying our know-how in the service of socio-economic development in “name of the country”. Thanks to the synergy of our means, we take an active part in major development projects in the African “region”. Thanks to investments in equipment and innovations, our teams are committed to offering tailor-made logistics solutions that meet the specific needs of our customers.

Job description

 Job Title 

FREIGHT FORWARDING OPERATIONS
Operations Controller (Corridor) M/F

 Contract Type

PERMANENT

 Job Location

Africa, Namibia, WALVIS BAY

 Working Hours                        

Full time

Mission Description                      

Job Purpose:
Management of all aspects of Import & Export of Key Accounts, including Inbound/Outbound Customs Clearance and Inbound/ Outbound Releasing

Job Function:
• Primary focus on key accounts, quoting, customs communication etc arranging Framing customs entries.
• Releasing of Documents, to Coordinate/Control and motivate the smooth flow of Import & Export cargo from start of submission.
• Ensure compliance with the Customs and Excise rules and Regulations.
• Co-ordinate and control shipment files.
• Obtain landing/shipping instructions to facilitate & complete the customs clearing process in terms of customer unique SOP requirements.
• Track & trace shipment process to facilitate & co-ordinate the transport readiness to coincide with the vessel discharge and loading operations.
• Minimise expense to the company & customer on all shipments
• Quotation, expedite rate request & issue quotations on due date.
• Register to keep track and accurate accounting of RFQ's pending.
• Making sure all loading / offloading equipment is ready prior to Shipping / Arriving of Vessels, making sure transport is in place to deliver into port, preparing all port documents for Shipment of Cargo on behalf of Clients.
• Submitting of Port Documents, prior to vessel arrival or departure, dispersing of documents to all relevant parties
• Ensure documentation is correct, not to have any unnecessary expenses e.g. Port storage or penalties. To be in constant communication with client, international offices staff and management
• Receiving of invoices from the client, arranging collection if transport is needed, if so, establishing the correct size of vehicle for cost effective shipment of cargo.
• Framing of Customs Documents relating to the shipment, releasing of documents for the shipment, Forwarding of border documents to client and transporter. As well as sending out pre alerts to all relevant parties on all the borders, up to final destination.
• Expedite rate requests to finalize and issue quotations on due date.
• Register to keep track and accurate account of RFQ's pending

 

Profile

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• O/A Level Certificate.
• At least 2 years' Clearing & Forwarding Shipping experience.
• Relevant qualification in Logistics.
• Proficiency in Pegasus, Compu-Clearing, DMP and Asycuda software systems.
• Accuracy, detail orientation & adherence to deadlines.
• Ability to function independently & within a team.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure.
• Being able to delegate / manage.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Know and understand client expectations.
• Positive and strong attitude is needed