Export Fleet Controller

Company based in Cato Ridge is looking for an export controller to join their shipping department. • Grade 12 (Matric) • Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred). • Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in export transport coordination or fleet control. • Experience managing subcontracted transporters and export agents. • Reefer cargo handling experience advantageous. Email your cv including current or previous salary and notice period.


Responsibility:
Transport Coordination & Allocation • Source, book, and allocate trucks in line with loading schedules and destination requirements. • Issue Load Confirmations and ensure accuracy of Last Free Day (LFD) information. – • Monitor subcontracted transporter compliance to agreed schedules. Tracking, Visibility & Reporting • Maintain accurate daily tracking and operational status reports (internal SharePoint and external agent-facing). • Distribute customer tracking updates and issue arrival notifications at border posts. • Monitor and escalate border, offloading, return, and turn-in delays. Operational Performance Management • Monitor loading performance and escalate agent-related delays. • Drive adherence to agreed turnaround times and turn-in dates. • Proactively identify and manage operational risks. Cost & Compliance Control • Identify, notify, and track additional operational charges (standing time, demurrage). • Support recovery of additional transport costs. • Ensure POD quality control and submit verified invoices for payment. Reefer & Quality Control • Ensure plug-in compliance for transporters without gensets. • Review and analyse daily temperature records. • Escalate temperature deviations in line with quality requirements. Offloading & Claims Support • Address offloading queries, damages, and shortages. • Validate and escalate legitimate claims to management and Sales.