Import Manager

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client, a leader in the Shipping and logistics industry, is looking for an experienced Import Manager to join their team. 

Position reports to: Branch Manager 

MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Grade 12
• Tertiary Freight qualification
• Shipshape or similar knowledge
• Knowledge of Incoterms
• Several years industry experience in operations
• Technology orientated and systems driven

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS

• Managing the operations depts- Forwarding, Registration, Entries, Releases, Transport, NVOCC and Warehouse
• Managing servicing and maintaining existing business
• Managing operational systems and controls
• Assist in negotiating rates with transporters
• Managing of staff with HR
• Assist in management of Invoicing and Estimates dept when needed
• Managing discipline and training of the staff in operations, with HR
• Quality checks on shipping files- Invoicing and endorsements
• Manage accrual and provisional revenue for Imports dept
• Deal with des
• Deal with disbursement files queries
• Management of the operational systems, IT and processes
• Sign and approve EFT over R 50 000 and petty cash requisitions
• Follow up on cash customers and payments
• Manage Imports Shipment number records
• Approve staff leave in the Imports dept
• Conduct regular internal quality checks with staff ie email, edocs and KPI times are maintained
• Adhere to company policies and undertake disciplinary action if necessary
• Monitor SOPs and document flow in the Imports dept
• Assist and monitor the paperless file process
• Monitor and assist with debtors limits
• Conduct bi- annual audit on transporters
• Monitor transport rates
• Maintain high staff morale
• Maintain fixed assets of staff in the Imports dept
• Customer service skills- able to handle demanding customer environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong work ethic and dedication to meeting deadlines and achieving goals.
• Contribute to the overall success of the business, understanding process flow and implement changes on an operational level
• Strong operational experience and able to handle an ever changing environment