Freight Forwarder

Location: ZAF - East London, Stewart Drive

Job Posting Title: Freight Forwarder

Time Type: Full Time

The Controller will ensure the efficient and compliant management of import operations within the automotive logistics sector, overseeing documentation, customs clearance, cargo movement, and financial accuracy. The role is central to maintaining smooth end to end processes, while delivering reliable client support.

• Operational Oversight: Manage and monitor logistics and supply chain activities specific to the automotive market.
• Problem Solving & Innovation: Think outside the box to identify solutions that improve efficiency and reduce risk.
• Team Collaboration: Act as a strong team player, supporting colleagues and fostering a cooperative work environment.
• Proactivity & Hustle: Anticipate challenges, take initiative, and push projects forward with energy and determination.

Minimum of 7 years' experience in Freight forwarding and controlling.

• Matric (essential)
• Advantageous to have Industry level qualification/ tertiary qualification

• Office 365 (Teams, OneNote, Forms), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Cargowise

• Capturing of charges in CW1
• Tracking of shipments
• Following up and retrieving shipping documents after sailing from origin offices
• Engage origin offices and carriers regarding forwarding of shipments
• Registration of shipments on CW1
• Following up on carrier invoices and ANF's
• Checking vendor invoices and raising queries as required.
• Opening shipment files and documents assembly
• Completing key updates and milestones in CW1
• Update and maintenance of lane specific rates monthly
• Shipment status reporting as required
• Assisting the Client lead with Ad hoc projects and reporting
• Meet Kpi's

• Knowledge of current INCOTERMS 2010
• Knowledge of international logistics
• National Certificate in logistics and supply chain managment

Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV's Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.