Controller: Export
Oceana Group Limited · Cape Town, Western Cape
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- The purpose of this role is to liaise with nominated shipping lines and ensure the correct management of export documentation for all contracts.
Key Job Outputs
- Liaise with nominated shipping lines, including booking cargo.
- Execute planned loading of export contracts with service providers.
- Execute instructions to the clearing agent.
- Draft export documentation accurately, check documentation and forward export draft documents to customers for final approval.
- Submit LC/CAD documents to the bank within required KPIs.
- Maintain continuous professional communication with international clientele regarding contract status updates and shipment details.
- Monitor the delivery and return status of containers.
- Maintain continuous communication with service providers.
- Manage export documentation for all contracts.
- Live and breathe the company values.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Incoterms and LC knowledge are essential.
- At least 5 years' experience in shipping and export control.
- Export qualifications will be beneficial.
- Knowledge of customs clearing and forwarding.
- Experience in customer relations and customer interactions.
- Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook at intermediate to advanced level.
- ERP system experience will be beneficial.
Essential Behavioural Competencies
- Good administrative skills and attention to detail.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages will be beneficial.
- Organised and professional working style.
- Accountable and adaptable to change.
- High values of integrity and confidentiality.
- Team player.
- Ability to work without supervision and use own initiative.
- Ability to follow through on instructions and assist fellow team members.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
- Strong administration and documentation management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Customer-focused approach.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Professionalism, confidentiality and sound judgement.