The main purpose of the role is to efficiently and effectively manage the Company’s shipping program, ensuring that offshore Customers’ product is delivered timeously and safely.
- Preparation, evaluation and review of the department’s human and operational budgets
- Planning for shipments as per production and shipping programs
- Ensuring that the whole Company’s shipment program conforms with local and international legislation and best shipping practice locally and globally
- Managing the common and anticipated risks in shipping
- Negotiating transportation and other fees with carriers
- Managing the day-to-day activities of the department
Job Knowledge and Skills required to be successful
- Knowledge of all legislation affecting exports and imports
- Knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures
- Negotiation skills
- Numerical and verbal reasoning skills
- Computer literacy
- People management skills
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
- Checking and analytical skills
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
- First degree in Shipping, supply chain or logistics
- 5-7 years in Shipping role at managerial level
- Experience working with a Shipping software
A good salary and company vehicle is offered for this senior role
Email Colin Roberts or Mirriam Dzapasi