Bidvest International Logistics Is Hiring: Junior Projects Controller – South Africa
Closing Date
2024/05/01
Reference Number
BIL240423-1
Job Title
Junior Projects Controller
Department
International Logistics
Office / Facility
Logistics Park Unit 1
Reporting To
Head of Projects
Job Type Classification
Permanent
Location – Country
South Africa
Location – Province
Gauteng
Location – Town / City
Kempton Park
Job Purpose
The position entails the Project Controller to ensure all activities relating to National Project activities are in line with client expectations, third-party service provider SOP and overall BIL’s project initiatives. Day-to-day handling of project shipments, within contract and client requirements. From estimating to invoicing and query resolution. In addition to the usual Controller responsibilities, also includes billings, estimating, and multi-modal file handling. Handles both inbound and outbound cargo.
Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications:
Matric/Grade 12
Experience:
A keen interest in Freight Forwarding / Logistics Industry
Freight forwarding experience advantageous
Project shipment experience would be highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
Key responsibilities of the role:
Estimate / quote submission
Planning
Execution
Control
Reporting
Main activities of the role:
Estimate / quote submission
Follow instructions from senior controllers
Obtain estimates from service providers
Vet service provider service offering
Ensure costs are correct and in line with client requirements
Estimate submission and clarification to the prospective client
Follow up with client on potential business
Obtain order confirmation from client if successful.
Skills & Competencies
Knowledge:
Estimating – Sea, Air, Import and export, General cargo, Abnormal, Out-of-gauge.
Planning – internal and external, national and international on operational level.
Coordination/control – internal, external, national, international.
Execution – according to contract parameters and guidelines and client expectations.
Vendor management – shipping lines, internal departments, transporters.
Customs – how to handle a certain shipment based on legislation and customer request.
Incoterm Knowledge – ability to interpret , advise and put across.
Accuracy / Numeric skills – in order to complete tenders efficiently and within company financial requirements.
Interpersonal skills – in order to handle team players within the project environment.
Commercial Skills – understand the time value of money.
Communication skills – ability to put message across in correct / required manner.
Skills:
CargoWise
MSOutlook: Intermediate
MSInternet Explorer: Intermediate
MSWord: Basic
MSExcel: Basic – Intermediate would be an advantage
MSPowerpoint: Intermediate.
