Job Summary
Are you a meticulous supply chain professional with deep expertise in customs compliance, import/export regulations, and international trade documentation? A leading, well-established home appliances and consumer goods distributor based in Cape Town is seeking a dedicated International Purchasing & Customs Entry Clerk to join their dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities
Customs Clearance & Compliance: Prepare, process, and submit accurate customs entry documentation (EDI/SAD500) to ensure full compliance with customs regulations and tariff classifications.
International Purchasing & Freight Coordination: Assist with foreign order placement, track international shipments, and liaise with shipping lines, freight forwarders, clearing agents, and transporters.
Costing & Documentation Management: Calculate landed costs, check supplier invoices, inspect bill of lading/airway bill details, and maintain complete import/export audit trails.
Inventory & Supplier Liaison: Monitor lead times, resolve shipment discrepancies, track port health/SABS releases, and coordinate closely with warehouse and inventory management teams.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: A recognized Diploma or Certificate in Shipping, Freight Forwarding, or Logistics Management is essential.
Experience: Proven hands-on experience handling customs entries, SAD500 documentation, and international import/export procedures is a strict requirement.
Skills & Knowledge:
In-depth understanding of customs tariffs, duties, incoterms, and SARS clearing processes.
Strong proficiency in ERP software and freight clearing systems.
Excellent numerical accuracy, analytical thinking, and negotiation skills.
How to Apply
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
Apply for this role today—contact Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or find him on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website at hireresolve.us or email us your CV directly at Logistics@hireresolve.za.com.
About
Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.
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