A well-established company in the manufacturing and supply chain industry is looking for an experienced Shipping Specialist with a strong background in import, export, and transportation logistics to plan, execute, and optimise end-to-end shipping activities while ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, map, and review shipping plans aligned to sales and financial forecasts

• Consolidate quarterly shipping plans to optimise costs

• Monitor and manage monthly shipping budgets against project allocations

• Manage and improve shipping and distribution methods to enhance efficiency

• Provide logistics and shipping support for new and potential orders

• Propose shipping solutions for local and international customers

• Manage SLAs and performance of third-party service providers (freight forwarders, clearing agents, transporters)

• Oversee customs submissions and shipping documentation for imports and exports

• Ensure compliance with transport regulations, INCOTERMS, and applicable legislation

• Prepare shipping reports and presentations for management and project planning

Requirements:

• Diploma in Shipping, Maritime, Logistics, Transportation, or NQF 6 equivalent

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in shipping, logistics, or transportation, including imports and exports

• Strong knowledge of customs, VAT, and shipping regulatory requirements

• Extensive experience with INCOTERMS and transport compliance standards

• Understanding of dangerous and/or flammable goods handling (advantageous)

• Experience working with ERP systems; SAP knowledge beneficial

• Valid Code 08 driver’s licence

• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your
  CV: logistics@rpo-recruit.za.com.

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.