Freight Forwarder, Air Export, Sky Services

Location: ZAF - Cape Town, Tower Rd (Sky Services)
Job Posting Title: Freight Forwarder, Air Export, Sky Services 
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of The Role:

Communication with clients, airlines and all relevant departments.  Airline reservations -bookings and rate negotiations. Completion of all export/import documents as prescribed by relevant local and international authorities.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum of 2 years experience as export controller in air freight exports perishables

Intermediate CargoWise1 knowledge / experience

Excellent understanding of industry and related job requirements for freight forwarding.

Experience in working with airlines directly i.t.o. bookings and rates

Geographical knowledge and familiar with airline routes and capabilities

Qualifications/Certification: 

Matric certificate

CAT 6 Training

Part 108 Familiarisation

Health & Safety (advantageous)

Computer packages

Excel / Word / Windows / Office / Outlook – Excellent knowledge

CargoWise1

Duties and Responsibilities:

Processing / issuing of all export documentation: AWB, SAD500s, Phytosanitary certificate, PPECB, COO’s, etc.

Airline bookings as per rate agreements

Liaising with clients via e-mail, and telephonically

Maintaining of bookings lists

Daily tracking of shipments

Updating clients on status of shipments

Daily shipment / warehouse planning

Liaising with warehouse i.t.o. deliveries / collections

SARS acquittals

Added Advantages

Strong communication and relationship building skills, both verbally and written

Ownership and self motivation, to ensure any challenge is addressed immediately and resolved as soon a possible.

Ability to work under pressure.

Positive outlook and team player

Results, quality and detail driven

Geographical knowledge and familiar with airline routes and capabilities

Strong persuasive and organisational skills

Ability to liaise effectively with clients and airlines, both telephonically and via e-mail.

Willingness to work overtime and weekends

Detail orientated and ability to work under pressure.

Ability to lead

Own transport.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.