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Cross Border Controller

Cross Border Controller

DHL Supply ChainJohannesburg, ZA
19 days ago
Job description

Job title : Cross Border Controller

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : October 10, 2025

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  • To co-ordinate, control, plan and manage all aspects within the road freight cross-border  (Import, Export & Bonded Transit)  transportation.
  • DHL   Global Forwarding has an opening for a  Cross Border Controller  Johannesburg, South Africa. Join us in connecting people and improving lives!

In this   Cross Border Controller position

  • Understand & process Road Freight shipment requests and execute such request expertly.
  • To arrange bookings based on customer requirements with the most qualified & cost efficient transport supplier, capable of executing the shipment requirements.
  • Register shipments on CW1 within the specified timeframes (1 hour) after receiving shipping instructions
  • Process shipping documentation acquired from customers in the most adequate way to allow DHL CDZ to efficiently & effectively customs clear the shipment within the specified time frame (3 hours)
  • Ensuring all shipping documents related to the file are accurately named and stored on eDOCS, following stated document management best practices
  • Ensuring all ACR’s & WIP’s are loaded onto registered file at time of registration
  • Ensuring all files are properly billed out within the acceptable time frames following best billing practices & ensuring accepted GP margins are maintained.  Files need to be opened at inception of the transaction and invoice upon receipt of the POD. Or dispatch (as per customer SOP).
  • To co-ordinate movement of cargo within required / stipulated time frames in order to meet customer needs.
  • To manage and monitor all parties in the supply chain of the shipment (Shipper, Carrier & Agents)
  • To develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers.
  • To prepare specific customer reports whenever required.
  • Support the Head of Road Freight with negotiation & maintenance of supplier rates and contracts, new / change of systems, directives.
  • Receive and accept transport orders from customers.
  • Book shipment with transporter on time.
  • Follow up acquittals for RIT / RIB shipments.
  • Follow up PODs (proof of delivery) with transporters.
  • Arrange collection / packing of customer cargo.
  • Supply carrier with transport order instructions, CW1 reference No.
  • Send Pre-alerts to customer & destination offices and agents.
  • Invoice shipment based on estimate or rate agreements.
  • To produce thorough and accurate documentation ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance to regulations.
  • To participate within the department with regards to industry or regulation changes.
  • The identification of Hazardous Cargo and ensuring the cargo is transported under the right regime
  • Follow up Standard Operating Procedures (general or customer specific).
  • Now, here is what we need from you!

  • Regulation knowledge – Local Customs & Destination Country Customs & Road Transport requirements
  • CCO Certified on CW1.
  • Customer focused
  • Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint & Word)
  • Capacity to work on Role 3 and Manage Sickfile Dashboard
  • Communication skills – written and spoken
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Planning, organizing & time management skills
  • Capacity to work under pressure
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