International Purchasing & Customs Entry Clerk

A leading FMCG and home appliance distributor in South Africa is seeking an experienced International Purchasing and Customs Entry Clerk to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on managing end-to-end import operations, strictly maintaining compliance with South African Revenue Service (SARS) regulations, and coordinating directly with international manufacturers. Key Responsibilities - Non-negotiable * Customs Clearing & Compliance: Process accurate customs entries, audit tariff classifications, and ensure full alignment with SARS customs regulations and documentation requirements. * Procurement & Purchase Orders: Generate, issue, and track purchase orders from initial placement through to delivery, with a heavy focus on managing relations and logistics with Chinese suppliers. * Freight & Logistics Management: Track incoming sea and air freight shipments, collaborate with freight forwarders, and resolve transit delays to maintain supply chain continuity. * Incoterms & Costing: Apply appropriate Incoterms (e.g., FOB, CIF, DDP) to negotiate shipping terms, calculate landed costs, and optimize international logistics expenses. * Documentation & Audit: Maintain thorough records of bills of lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and customs documentation for internal and external auditing. Requirements * Direct, hands-on experience with SARS customs procedures and entries. * Proven track record in international purchasing, purchase order management, and freight tracking. * Strong working knowledge of global logistics, Incoterms, and import documentation. * Demonstrated experience communicating and managing lead times with Chinese suppliers. * Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and supply chain problem-solving ability. Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today—contact Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website at hireresolve.us or email your CV to . Hire Resolve IT/Computer Recruiter 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.