Shipping & Documentation Officer

Location: Kheda

The primary tasks and responsibilities would be the accurate and efficient shipment handling, and delivery of multiple commodities, mainly containerized raw cashew, cocoa, sesame seeds and other agri-commodities from Africa and the processing and management of shipping documents.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for sound execution of sale/purchase contracts
Execute shipping instructions
Clear communication with central Operations/Logistics Desk and support to all other stakeholders
Contract execution (End to End) – International Trade & Shipping
Liaise with inhouse warehousing team about the handling and allocation of inventory
Instruct cargo surveyors.
Placing bookings and arranging equipment from Liners/Agents
Liaise with forwarders and shipping lines on shipping documents.
Check and process full international shipping documents as per SI (Mainly Bls, packing list, all supporting documents)
Draft corrections, customs declarations, export related matters, settling local charges and all other related tasks.
Ensure effective communication with 3P FOB suppliers and service providers such as forwarders, surveyors and shipping lines

Experience, Skills & Compentencies

Bachelor's degree in business, commerce, economics or any other field
Preference for any experience in shipping of mainly containerized goods and handling relevant shipping documents in an international trade environment, preferably under agri commodities.
Good knowledge of handling of Incoterms, shipping/trade documents, documentary collections and transport insurance.
Preference for work experience in Africa & basic French language proficiency.
Effective communicator and negotiator
Team player with ability to lead teams
Strong administrative and logistical skills