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Controller: Imports and Exports (Operations Controller) Jobs in Luanda, Luanda Province, Angola at DP World
Title: Controller: Imports and Exports (Operations Controller)
Company: DP World
Location: Luanda, Luanda Province, Angola
Job Function:
Contribute to an effective service delivery through the handling, monitoring and control of shipments from start to finish within required specifications and in accordance with agreed policies / procedures and local legislation.
Key Accountabilities:
- Carry out the opening of shipment files including allocating a shipment file number, establish and obtain landside and transport rates, 3rd party Service provider costs and quality assure that the rates on the shipping line invoice are in accordance with buying rates.
- Receive shipment pre-alert documents and Quality Control (QC) for completeness, correctness, validity and any other relevant parameter.
- Ensure all accruals for the individual shipments are captured and accurate in the month of the revenue recognition of the file. Any demurrage /detention/storage should be accrued for prior to actual invoices being received.
- Assist in the timeous and efficient closeout related to shipments by tracking and tracing client shipments from indent, to P.O.D. and invoice payment.
- Proactively Interact with clients to keep them informed by notifying them of the arrival of shipments and provide general assistance to Controllers in respect of updating the relevant systems with respective milestones.
- Coordinate shipments end to end and acting as a contact person for the client by updating them throughout the product shipment lifecycle.
- Ensure that all activities in the area of responsibility are compliant with company specific regulations and aligned with Global SOPS and Business Rules.
- First point of contact for the client on customs queries and work with the subject matter experts in addressing the client queries.
- Remain abreast of a variety of geographic landscape to offer informed guidance to clients and stakeholders (internal and external).
- Drive the timeous issuing of invoices to client with the relevant stakeholders (Finance team, GSC etc).
Qualifications:
- Minimum Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics or equivalent.
- Customs Clearance accreditation.
- Freight Forwarding certificate.
Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Import/Export Freight Forwarding and Clearing.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the forwarding and clearing industry, Incoterms, and customs requirements.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of INCOTERMS.
- Operational Freight Forwarding Systems Knowledge.
- Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint.
About DP World
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.
With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses — Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.
We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.
EEO Statement
DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of, gender, disability, race, religion, or belief.
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