Description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION 

• The Imports Controller will update and coordinate all aspects of the import shipments including the creation of Documentary letter of credits and assisting with special projects. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Creation of imports shipments and documentary Letter of Credits 
• Reporting and supplier communication 
• Liaising with the Clearing and forwarding agent on all metric exceptions and advising the relevant departments (merchandise, planning ,finance etc) of all exceptions 
• Ensure imports documents is accurate and Customs compliant on the database prior to submitting to the clearing agent and banks 
• Follow up of all outstanding documents from the suppliers to avoid late clearance
• Follow up all outstanding pro-forma and orders not released that is due for shipment Update of all events relevant to the shipment module on PLM database. 
• Tracking, tracing and prioritizing of import shipments 
• Controlling of imports schedule with all containers docking for delivery to the DC Assistance with weekly and month end reports 
• Assistance with special projects 
• General office administration (incl. filing, updating of reports, emails.) 

Requirements

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS: 

• Matric 
• Import/Exports qualification will be an advantage 
• Imports/Exports experience will be an advantage 
• Strong administration skills – Fanatical attention to detail and data accuracy, 
• Computer Literacy: MS Excel, Outlook, G Suite 
• COMPETENCIES: Planning, organising and control; Detail Orientation; Stress Tolerance; Good Communication and Service Orientation