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Trade & Transport Compliance Specialist

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ABB

Jan 16, 2025

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
  • Johannesburg

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree or National Diploma in Transport or Logistics management
  • 5 years of relevant experience
  • Familiar with working on SAP & BOL
  • Strong knowledge of transport planning and order handling process.
  • Must be a team player, customer oriented and an ability to perform under pressure
  • Solution-focused approach and strong written and spoken communication skills
  • Microsoft office experience essential for role

Responsibilities

  • In this role, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for local import/export operations. Each day, you will supervise performance of customs brokers. You will also showcase your expertise by ensuring smooth execution of operational trade and customs activities within a local unit, including relevant documentation and compliance with regulations. Supports ELSE Business to ensure goods are shipped whilst meeting quality, legal and costs parameters. Develop, maintain and improve transport / logistics processes to optimize inbound and / or outbound product and material delivery to external and internal clients. You will be mainly accountable for: Acting as point of contact for customs brokers in case of clarification needs (e.g., regarding valuation or classification of products). Auditing customs brokers regarding the correctness of customs entries, invoicing, and archiving. Managing the necessary documentation and online forms for the efficient, cost-effective, and lawful execution of all import/export activities. Maintaining and sharing with colleagues, as appropriate, personal knowledge of all relevant import/export laws and procedures, tariffs, duties, licenses, and restrictions. Uses various transportation software systems to facilitate material movement, planning and scheduling. Customs and trade applications. Prepares and updates monthly logistics schedule to ensure deliveries to customer locations and coordinates product delivery schedule with project / sales team. Coordinates daily activities to track location and movement of finished goods and raw materials via all transport modes, re-routes freight as needed to meet demands and minimize cost. Communicates fulfilment status to Logistics and Sales organizations as required. Works closely with transport service providers and brokers to assure efficient, cost-effective execution of business requirements, obtaining necessary transport permits and codes, prepares transportation paperwork for import and export. Fulfils shipping, packing, and advises on marking procedures per project requirements in compliance with governmental regulations. Data management Supports the development and implementation of improved processes and systems and maintains master data when required.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Trade & Transport Compliance Specialist?

The primary responsibility is to manage local import/export operations, supervise customs brokers, ensure compliance with regulations, and optimize trade and customs activities.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in Transport or Logistics management, along with 5 years of relevant experience, is required.

Is experience with specific software necessary for this position?

Yes, familiarity with SAP and BOL, as well as experience with various transportation software systems, is necessary.

What kind of work environment can I expect in this position?

The work model for this role is onsite, requiring daily presence in the office to manage operations.

How important is teamwork in this role?

Teamwork is essential, as the role requires collaboration with customs brokers, transport service providers, and internal teams to ensure efficient operations.

Are communication skills important for this position?

Yes, strong written and spoken communication skills are necessary to effectively coordinate and share information with colleagues and external partners.

What role does data management play in this job?

Data management supports the development and implementation of improved processes and systems, and involves maintaining master data as needed.

Is there a focus on process improvement in this position?

Yes, the role includes responsibilities for developing, maintaining, and improving transport and logistics processes to enhance operational efficiency.

What kind of documentation will the specialist be responsible for?

The specialist will manage necessary documentation and online forms for import/export activities, ensure compliance with governmental regulations, and prepare transportation paperwork.

How will the specialist communicate fulfillment status?

The specialist will communicate fulfillment status to the Logistics and Sales organizations as required.

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