Imports Coordinator
- Gardens, Cape Town
- R30,000 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary: Up to R30,000 per month plus Medical Aid | Pension Fund | 13th Cheque
Job Type: Full-Time | On-siteAre you a highly organised and detail-oriented Imports Coordinator with strong knowledge of international shipping and customs processes? Join our dynamic team in Montague Gardens and play a pivotal role in managing the end-to-end import process for a leading company in its field.Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate all sea, air, and LCL shipments with agents, transporters, and warehouse teams.
- Track and manage purchase orders from supplier confirmation to final delivery.
- Ensure all import documentation is accurate and submitted timeously for customs clearance.
- Liaise with buyers, sales teams, and finance for smooth operational flow and costing accuracy.
- Manage compliance with SARS and customs regulations, including document preparation for audits.
- Maintain and update Syspro system with supplier, shipping, and costing data.
- Monitor shipping schedules, foreign exchange purchases, and incoterm accuracy.
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Imports/Exports or a related field
- 46 years of proven experience in imports, freight forwarding, customs, and warehousing
- Experience liaising with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and clearing agents
- Experience working in a multinational environment is advantageous
- Solid knowledge of Incoterms and import clearing procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data accuracy
- Understanding of IATA regulations and shipping documentation
- Experience using ERP systems (Syspro preferred)
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
- Proactive, results-driven, and team-oriented
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