Job Description

:THE JOB AT A GLANCECoordination of the Export Logistics and Administration process to ensure export customers receive goods according to their orders and timelines.Responsibilities:WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Ensuring compliance to contractual requirements
• Manage the department into workflow and accuracy
• Planning of resources to ensure that all orders are met, and all goods shipped timeously
• Investigate and implement new systems where appropriate (IT, best working practices for internal and external clients) optimum packing configuration, software
• Manage or assist with processes at Service Providers (Factory, SACD, clearing and forwarding agents, and shipping lines)
• Keep export sales team updated regarding shipments and problems
• Be the link between the labelling, outbound logistics and outbound service providers.
• Keep abreast of industry changes and respond to them, e.g. EUR1 certificates, USD 100 congestion surcharge
• Interaction with Department of agriculture, DTI and SAFVCA on industry issues such as applications for dispensations
• Liaise closely with the Market Development Managers regarding export customer requirements.
• Match shipping requests with supply chain limitations
• Manage the Export rebate schemes with regard to various inputs such as sugar, cherries, drums, and pineapples
• Ensure that all export documentation reaches the customer in accordance with the various regulations & ahead of the vessel's arrival in port of destination

Qualifications:WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLERequirements

• Matric is essential
• Tertiary qualification e.g.: diploma or degree (e.g. Logistics or Export Management) would be advantageous
• 5 to 10 years' experience in FMCG export shipping environment and at least 2 years appropriate management/ supervisory experience
• Experience in Sea Freight Export of Agricultural Products

Required competencies, skills and knowledge

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Management skills both vertically & horizontally
• Administrative skills
• Product working knowledge
• Interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate ability to work cross functionally
• Ability to work under pressure and independent decision making
• Available to work variable hours
• Numerate / Structured
• Understanding and knowledge of export contracts, products, packing patterns for containers, stock availability, factory operations, freight companies
• Knowledge of various import country requirements relating to documentation and legal requirements
• Computer literacy Intermediate level (MS Office & Oracle/MRP)

#LI-CD1About Us:Tiger Brands is proudly Africa's largest listed manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacture, market and distribute everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow.Being a food company means we're an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that's why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together.In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

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