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 - Kempton Park, Northern Perimeter Rd (Sky Services)
Job Posting Title: Freight Forwarder, Air Export, Sky Services 
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of The Role:

Communication with clients, airlines and all relevant departments.

Airline reservations -bookings and rate negotiations

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in perishable operations and documentation.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in fresh/chilled fish imports and exports.

• Valid Code 8 driver’s license.

Minimum of 5 years experience as export controller in air freight exports

Excellent CargoWise1 knowledge / experience

Excellent understanding of industry and related job requirements for freight forwarding.

Experience in working with airlines directly i.t.o. bookings and rates

Geographical knowledge and familiar with airline routes and capabilities

Qualifications/Certification: 

Matric certificate

CAT 6 Training

Part 108 Familiarisation

Health & Safety (advantageous)

Computer packages

Excel / Word / Windows / Office / Outlook – Excellent knowledge

CargoWise1

Duties and Responsibilities:

Processing / issuing of all export documentation: AWB, SAD, Phytosanitary certificate, PPECB, COO’s, etc.

Airline bookings as per rate agreements

Liaising with clients via e-mail, and telephonically

Maintaining of bookings lists

Daily tracking of shipments

Updating clients on status of shipments

Daily shipment / warehouse planning

Liaising with warehouse i.t.o. deliveries / collections

SARS acquittals

Processing of AWB’s & SAD500’s

Added Advantages

Strong communication and relationship building skills, both verbally and written

Ownership and self motivation, to ensure any challenge is addressed immediately and resolved as soon a possible.

Ability to work under pressure.

Positive outlook and team player

Results, quality and detail driven

Geographical knowledge and familiar with airline routes and capabilities

Strong persuasive and organisational skills

Ability to liaise effectively with clients and airlines, both telephonically and via e-mail.

Willingness to work overtime and weekends

Detail orientated and ability to work under pressure.

Ability to lead

Own transport.

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.