Import/Export Learner

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Import / Export Learner

Purpose Coordinate import and export shipments for a small/medium site and monitor related administrative processes from order execution to delivery of goods.

Core Responsibilities Export administration
• Prepare all documents required for shipment upon customer order confirmation and internal release approval.
• Validate pricing information and coordinate release of invoices.
• Prepare application for and administer export licenses, agreements and amendments required by regulations and manage related for renewals or re-applications.
• Monitor data entry of shipment information into SAP shipping module and activate billing upon confirmation of delivery.
• Provides day to day shipment tracking, customer service and problem resolution of e.g. exception orders.
• Work in conjunction with customs broker(s) to ensure all required customs clearance procedures and documentation are complied with.
• Conduct load tenders to obtain quotes for various modes of transportation and select most competitive provider.
• Monitor compliance of all documentation with export regulations as well as inspections conducted by certification firms.

Import administration
• Confirm order placement to suppliers.
• Track shipment(s) on a daily basis and address delivery issues with relevant parties (suppliers, customs, transporters).
• Work in conjunction with customs broker(s) to ensure all required customs clearance procedures and documentation are complied with.
• Check conformity of import documents for correct values, commodity classifications, tariff codes and authorizations, and record delivery in SAP.
• Participate in the creation of reports or records concerning potential or verified matters of noncompliance.
• Assist with internal and/or external audits and assessments.

Miscellaneous
• Compose and type routine correspondence and memoranda.
• Identify payment discrepancies and prevents invoicing errors.
• Maintain records of import and export shipping documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Keep current with local import/export regulations.
• Advise Shipping staff regarding the interpretation of import/export laws and regulations, applicable policies and procedures and product classification.

Academic Background

• Vocational diploma in logistics an advantage

Professional Experience

• 1- 2 years of experience in shipping/logistics in a manufacturing environment

Technical Skills  
• Operation of computers 
• Experience in regulations applicable to import/export and advantage

Preference will be given to applicants in line with our Employment Equity targets.

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