Job title : Ocean Freight Export Controller - Clearing and Forwarding (53900)
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : October 28, 2025
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Job Description
Our client, a leading international clearing and forwarding business, is seeking an experienced Ocean Freight Export Controller to join their team in Montague Gardens, Cape Town.If you have a solid background in ocean freight exports within a clearing and forwarding environment , and thrive in a detail-driven setting, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Must have experience in framing customs entriesGrade 12 (essential); SDS and / or Freight Forwarding qualification (advantageous)Minimum of 3 years' experience in Clearing & Forwarding (Ocean Freight Export)CargoWise system experience (essential)Strong knowledge of Incoterms , export tariffs, and customs clearance processesFamiliarity with third-party regulatory requirementsKey Responsibilities
Deliver excellent client service and proactively communicate delays or issuesManage the timely dispatch and tracking of cargoAccurately process data and documentation within CargoWise in a paperless environmentLiaise with internal teams (Brokerage, Transport, Warehouse) and external stakeholders (Shipping Lines, Customs, Third Parties)Ensure customs clearance readiness and full documentation complianceSecure release of equipment at least 3 working days before stack datesManage costs : ensure accurate billing, job costing, and profitabilityMaintain up-to-date CargoWise status reports (minimum 3x per week or per client SOP)Resolve queries professionally and within agreed timelinesArrange cargo insurance and handle claims where necessaryParticipate in team meetings, SOP compliance, and continuous improvement initiativesSkills & Competencies
Strong customer service orientationExceptional attention to detail and accuracyConfident communicator (verbal & written English)Basic financial understanding (debits / credits)Proficient in MS Office , especially ExcelAbility to manage high volumes and perform under pressureTeam player who can also work independentlyOrganised, adaptable, and proactive in a changing environmentTransportation / Logistics jobs