Employer: Rohlig-Grindrod We’re looking for a dynamic Seafreight Manager with strong forwarding experience to enhance our seafreight offering and support our expanding customer base. This role is for our JHB Seafreight branch based in Linbro Park. Education * Grade 12 Certificate * 3-year freight forwarding related qualification at NQF level 6 Knowledge and experience * 10 years Seafreight experience in Freight Forwarding Industry of which 5 years were in a supervisory capacity * INCO Terms * Process knowledge on the movement of goods throughout the supply chain * Basic international trade principles. Container understanding/usage * Rate and proposal implementation and maintenance * Understanding of international currencies * Customs and other statutory parastatals cargo clearance procedure * Freight forwarding and clearing document flow procedure. Geography * Critical thinking skills, problem solving techniques, excellent time management skills * Delegating, coaching, mentoring and counselling * Encouraging-motivating a comfortable working environment * The ability to organise a team effectively and efficiently * Execution of functional business objectives and strategies * Computer literacy (Ms Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) * International Trade principles and procedures. External Business Environment * Customer centric. Good communication skills (Verbal and Written) * Action and result orientation. Sound Administration skills * Financial acumen. Change management ambassadors * Managing and resolving conflict * Assertiveness, Initiative, Proactive, Independence, Integrity and diplomacy Advantageous attributes * Customer service orientation - able to handle a demanding customer environment. * Dynamic self-starter that works independently and can handle pressure. Overall responsibilities include * Manage and oversee the freight movement of cargo * Administration of shipment file * Monitor and report service providers’ performance * Sales and servicing * Management of Seafreight channel * Financial Management * Cost sheet level sign off * Comply with the requirements of the quality management system