Overview
Shipping Controller Jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Shipping Controller
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Recruiter:
Persona Staff
Job Ref:
CPT006486/H
Date posted:
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
SUMMARY:
Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a Shipping Controller to manage and coordinate all local and international shipping, documentation, and distribution processes.
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This role ensures that finished goods are accurately processed, shipped on time, and fully compliant with all documentation and logistics requirements, while maintaining strong coordination between sales, production, and transport partners.
POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities:
- Plan and coordinate local and international shipments and distribution schedules
- Prepare and manage all shipping, export, and commercial documentation
- Control picking, packing, and container loading processes
- Ensure accurate stock movement and storage of finished goods
- Liaise with production, sales, and warehouse teams to align shipment requirements
- Negotiate and manage transport and courier service providers
- Coordinate raw material transport and intercompany logistics
- Track and communicate ETAs, ETDs, and delivery updates to stakeholders
- Verify and approve transport, courier, and export-related invoices
- Maintain accurate records of shipping activity, stock movements, and reporting
- Manage international warehouse stock, replenishment, and distribution
- Ensure all Syspro transactions and inventory movements are accurate and up to date
- Oversee forklift operations in line with loading schedules
Requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Degree / Diploma / certifications in supply chain / shipping
- Proven experience in shipping, logistics, or distribution within manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of export documentation, shipping processes, and Incoterms
- Experience working with ERP systems (Syspro advantageous)
This role is suited to a detail-driven logistics professional who can bring structure, accuracy, and control to a high-volume shipping and distribution environment.
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To apply, please send your CV to
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Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.
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