About Bidvest International Logistics

Bidvest International Logistics (BIL) is a premier global transport and supply chain company based in South Africa, providing comprehensive end-to-end logistics solutions. Established in 1910 and formerly known as Bidvest Panalpina Logistics, it operates as a key subsidiary under the Freight division of the Bidvest Group.

Application Summary

Job Purpose

• We are currently looking for a confident, creative and innovative all-rounder to join the operational team in the Cape Town.
• The incumbent to have strong knowledge in Exports, Oil and Gas and Marine / Ship Spares as well as Import Clearing and Forwarding.
• This individual needs to have a good understanding in all operational  disciplines within the Clearing and Forwarding environment (Imports / Exports / Crosstrades / Customs / Bonded Cargo, Etc.)

Qualifications & Experience

• Matriculation certification
• Must be in possession of a valid and endorsed Code 08 driver’s license
• Completed relevant freight and logistics courses
• A minimum of three (3) years’ working experience within the Oil and Gas / Project / Marine sector of the market at Controller level
• A minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience within the Clearing and Forwarding Industry at Controller level

Key Responsibilities

• Maximise customer satisfaction through co-operation with allied disciplines (Entries, Finance, etc.) and third parties (SACD, Customs, Air Lines, Transporters etc.)
• Identify and take the appropriate mitigating steps to limit all risk issues
• Continual evaluation on cost savings and process improvement
• To support the Business Unit Manager and Supervisor in the implement and maintain relevant ISO and operational procedures when required
• Ensure full adherence to the prescribed policies and procedures within the Division
• Transport arrangements; arrange pickup / deliveries, packing when instructed by Client
• Prepare, print and collate applicable Shipping documents
• Arrange for all required examinations when required
• Service Delivery; adhere to and comply with service agreement and utilise all necessary resources available to ensure the best service
• Solving operational problems with Clients and Suppliers

Skills & Competencies

• Self-starter with high sense of urgency and responsibility
• Have the ability to work independently and multi-task
• Must have well-developed interpersonal skills and be able to liaise effectively with people at all levels within an organisation
• Good industry networking combined with high level relationships with all critical suppliers
• Strong administrative skills
• Quality control, by ensuring quality and procedure standards are maintained
• Report-writing skills
• Be able to interact and participate in a team and be a team player
• Must have excellent working knowledge of customs affairs especially in relation to international exports and imports
• High attention to detail