Stellenangebot: Shipping Specialist

• Map and review the shipping plan in line with the financial sales plan as well as Consolidate quarterly shipping plan to reduce shipping costs.
• Monitor shipping budget on monthly expenses by comparison of Budgeted values per project.
• Manage & monitor all aspects of methods of shipping and/or distribution with the ultimate goal of improving efficiency, thus generating higher profits for the company.
• Render logistics support to new requirements or potential orders such as shipping option details and any special requirements.
• Propose shipping solutions for local and external customers/client.
• Experience in Operational SLA management of 3rd party service providers - forwarding & clearing agents, vessel agents, road transport service providers, container suppliers.
• Experience in managing all customs submissions and documentation pertaining to materials/components in the Rebate Store. Point of Contact with SARS/Customs for the Rebate Store will be an added advantage.
• Extensive experience in Managing and establishing best communication relations with Transport & Freight Forwarder service providers.
• Understanding of handling dangerous goods and/or flammables will be an added advantage.
• Extensive knowledge of all modes of transport regulations, compliance standards and INCOTERMS (latest).
• Responsible of preparing Shipping presentations for monthly reporting & as when required to support Project Planning.
• Adhere to all applicable legislation within RDM.
• Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/ Quality/ Environmental/ Energy.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

• Shipping and/or Distribution experience.
• Sales Management experience.
• Transportation Management expertise.
• Knowledge of basic principles of display reports and presentation.

OTHER QUALITIES:

• Prepared to learn product security.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Prepared to lead and assist in the transportation activities.
• Ability to negotiate.

POST REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma in Shipping /Maritime/Logistics/Transportation or NQF 6 equivalent qualification.
• At least 8 years’ experience in Shipping, Logistics or Transportation environment and managing Outbound logistics through exports and Inbound logistics through imports.
• Code 08 driver’s licence.
• Extensive Knowledge and experience of Customs and VAT as well SARS shipping requirements.
• Extensive knowledge and experience on INCOTERMS.
• Understanding of handling dangerous and/or flammable goods will be an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of all modes of transport regulations, compliance standards and INCOTERMS.
• Knowledge, understanding and transactional exposure on ERP systems.
• Knowledge of SAP would be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of processes, administration, procedures, quality, production, products, maintenance and safety requirements.

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events