Shipping Specialist Job at RPO Recruitment

Job Description

• A well-established company in the manufacturing and supply chain industry is looking for an experienced Shipping Specialist with a strong background in import, export, and transportation logistics to plan, execute, and optimise end-to-end shipping activities while ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, map, and review shipping plans aligned to sales and financial forecasts
• Consolidate quarterly shipping plans to optimise costs
• Monitor and manage monthly shipping budgets against project allocations
• Manage and improve shipping and distribution methods to enhance efficiency
• Provide logistics and shipping support for new and potential orders
• Propose shipping solutions for local and international customers
• Manage SLAs and performance of third-party service providers (freight forwarders, clearing agents, transporters)
• Oversee customs submissions and shipping documentation for imports and exports
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations, INCOTERMS, and applicable legislation
• Prepare shipping reports and presentations for management and project planning

Requirements:

• Diploma in Shipping, Maritime, Logistics, Transportation, or NQF 6 equivalent
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in shipping, logistics, or transportation, including imports and exports
• Strong knowledge of customs, VAT, and shipping regulatory requirements
• Extensive experience with INCOTERMS and transport compliance standards
• Understanding of dangerous and/or flammable goods handling (advantageous)
• Experience working with ERP systems; SAP knowledge beneficial
• Valid Code 08 driver’s licence
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment