DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.  Read more at www.dsv.com 

Location: ZAF - Cape Town, Falcon Cres (Headquarter)
Job Posting Title: Freight Forwarder, Air & Sea 
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of the Role

Freight Forwarding Imports Shipments. Processing shipments end to end form collection to delivery – excluding customs brokerage

Job Related Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate
• Minimum requirement will be for the individual to have 5 years freight forwarding experience
• Experience in Forwarding and Brokerage or end to end file processing for ocean imports

Electives

• Knowledge of Incoterms
• Knowledge and understanding of sea freight imports
• CW1 system experience
• Good Communication Skills
• Able to work with excel reports – basic to intermediate

Duties and Responsibilities

Imports

• Arrange booking of shipments with overseas office / agent
• Indent monitoring
• Registration of files and capturing of charges in CW1
• Tracking of shipments
• Following up and retrieving shipping documents after sailing from forwarder or carrier
• Following up on carrier invoices and ANF’s
• Arranging customs clearance as well as release from other government organisations where required
• Checking vendor invoices and raising queries as required.
• Delivery planning and status report updates (tracking)
• Communication with both customer and 3d parties
• Processing of invoices
• Sending document packs
• Customer site visits if required
• Completing and updating and milestones in CW1 including file closure
• Ensure all internal and external KPIs are met
• Work overtime as operational requirement

Disclaimer: 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.