Operations Executive
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Full Time
2 hours ago
No Sponsorship
Key skills
cargo
About this role
Role Overview
- Coordinate end-to-end shipment processes
- Handle sea, road and intermodal operations
- Align cargo movement with schedules, bookings and delivery needs
- Oversee container releases, collections and deliveries
- Liaise with shipping lines on bookings, schedules and availability
- Arrange transport for port and long haul movements
- Monitor vessel activity, port operations and container usage
- Coordinate import/export customs clearance with agents
- Ensure compliance with SARS, port operations and container usage
- Prepare and verify key shipment documentation
- Maintain accurate records on CargoWare and internal systems
- Manage vendor pricing requests for quotations
- Provide proactive shipment updates to customers
- Handle queries, issues and escalations promptly
- Build relationships with transporters and service providers
- Support commercial team with operational insights
Requirements
- Matric Certificate (Grade 12)
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in logistics, freight forwarding, shipping, or cross-border transport operations
- Experience in sea freight and transport coordination within a shipping or logistics environment
- Knowledge of import/export customs procedures and documentation
- Experience working with shipping lines, transporters, and clearing agents
- Proficiency in CargoWare and Microsoft Office Suite
- Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
Benefits
- No health insurance
- No retirement plans
- No paid time off
- No flexible work arrangements
- No professional development
- No bonuses
- No stock options
- No equipment allowances
- No wellness programs