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Shipping Controller

Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Logistics
Reference: CPT006477/CS

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Employer: Persona Staff

Shipping Controller – Northern Suburbs, Cape TownManufacturing | Logistics & DistributionPermanent | On-site Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a Shipping Controller to manage and coordinate all local and international shipping, documentation, and distribution processes. This role ensures that finished goods are accurately processed, shipped on time, and fully compliant with all documentation and logistics requirements, while maintaining strong coordination between sales, production, and transport partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and coordinate local and international shipments and distribution schedules
Prepare and manage all shipping, export, and commercial documentation
Control picking, packing, and container loading processes
Ensure accurate stock movement and storage of finished goods
Liaise with production, sales, and warehouse teams to align shipment requirements
Negotiate and manage transport and courier service providers
Coordinate raw material transport and intercompany logistics
Track and communicate ETAs, ETDs, and delivery updates to stakeholders
Verify and approve transport, courier, and export-related invoices
Maintain accurate records of shipping activity, stock movements, and reporting
Manage international warehouse stock, replenishment, and distribution
Ensure all Syspro transactions and inventory movements are accurate and up to date
Oversee forklift operations in line with loading schedules

Requirements:

Grade 12 / Matric
Degree / Diploma / certifications in supply chain / shipping
Proven experience in shipping, logistics, or distribution within manufacturing
Strong knowledge of export documentation, shipping processes, and Incoterms
Experience working with ERP systems (Syspro advantageous)

This role is suited to a detail-driven logistics professional who can bring structure, accuracy, and control to a high-volume shipping and distribution environment.

To apply, please send your CV to craig@personastaff.co.za

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.
Persona Staff (Pty) Ltd is POPIA compliant. All personal information is processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act for recruitment purposes only.

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Vision
PERSONA’s vision is to allow our Clients to focus on their core activities, and let PERSONA manage the responsibility of staff recruitment; ensuring the perfect fit between candidate and client for the most efficient and effective workforce.
PERSONA is committed to delivering the best service to our clients and candidates.

We recruit in the following industries:
Financial Services, Manufacturing, Engineering, Retail, Banking, Telecommunications, Information technology, Electronics, Logistics, Mechanical, Sales & Marketing, Office Support, Warehousing, Distribution and Supervision Staff

Services offered:
To our clients:-
Recruitment of permanent staff at all levels
In depth staff selection
Salary surveys
Advertising of available positions
Comprehensive interviewing
Screening of potential candidates according to client’s specifications
Reference checks (on possible candidate)
ITC checks (on possible candidate)
Criminal checks (on possible candidate)
More background checks on request.
Psychometric testing (additional services)
Preparing of Job descriptions
PERSONA commits to adhere to industry standards and policies.

To possible candidate and job seekers:-
Professional resume
Regular correspondence
Interviewing tips
Summary of client information
Assistance to find the perfect job