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 5 experience as export controller in Perishable Airfreight exports and / or imports. Excellent understanding of industry and related job requirements for Freight Forwarding. Geographical knowledge and familiar with airline routes and capabilities. Strong persuasive and organizational skills. Ability to liase effectively with clients and airlines, both telephonically and via e-mail. Detail orientated and ability to work under pressure. Ability to lead. Duties and responsibilities Processing / issuing of all export documentation: AWB, SAD, 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 regarding deliveries / collections SARS acquittals Skills/Competencies 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 possible. Having all round understanding of the airfreight function to ensure solutions can be provided in a timely manner. Ability to work under pressure. Positive outlook and team player Results, quality and detail driven. Self-confident and resilient. Qualifications Matric - Essential Computer packages Excellent knowledge on Excel/ Word/ Windows/ Office/ Outlook Competent knowledge on CargoWise1 / ShipShape competent