IMPORTS EXPORTS CONTROLLER

Role Purpose

Ensure full compliance and costefficient management of all import, export, and crossborder activities, including tariff classification, valuation, origin, duty/rebate management, Incoterms 2020 governance, and broker performance.

Key Responsibilities

Customs Compliance

Tariff classification and duty determination; maintain accurate HS codes and rates.

Manage customs brokers: correct entries, postclearance queries, audit readiness.

Obtain import/export permits and ensure correct shipping documentation.

Oversee Incoterms 2020 alignment to avoid hidden costs.

Manage certificates and rules of origin to optimise duty exposure.

Ensure timely preclearing to prevent delays.

Shipping, Logistics Expediting

Coordinate international and crossborder shipments, including consolidation to reduce cost.

Monitor shipping lead times, supplier dispatch dates, and delivery accuracy.

Liaise with suppliers, freight forwarders, warehouse, and internal departments.

Resolve nonconformance issues and investigate freight price discrepancies.

Provide urgent support to production and branches when required.

Maintain complete documentation packs for finance and audit.

Performance, Reporting Cost Control

Maintain KPIs:

o 98% ontime clearance

o Zero customs penalties

o Planned shipping lead times achieved

Track broker performance and shipping efficiency.

Identify costsaving opportunities in freight, mode selection, and consolidation.

Generate weekly shipment and backorder reports.

Maintain accurate databases for shipments, specifications, and costsaving metrics.

Qualifications Experience

Grade 12 plus a relevant Diploma/Certificate (International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain, Import/Export, Freight Forwarding, Business Admin).

3 years procurement experience in import/export.

Strong customs clearing knowledge and understanding of clearing costs.

Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, and Excel.

Expertise in Incoterms 2020, HS codes, duties, VAT, rebates, BOL/AWB, SAD500.

Knowledge of international shipping, FX, freight forwarding, and compliance.

Ability to work independently under pressure with strong attention to detail.

Technical aptitude; mining industry exposure beneficial.

Remuneration:

R20,000.00 plus medical aid and provident fund