Freight Controller at AdcorpBLU

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Set and verify exact container temperatures, humidity levels, and ventilation settings. Secure functional refrigerated containers and generator sets (gensets) from carriers. Track vessel ETAs and port cut-offs to prevent spoilage or missed sailings. Resolve temperature deviations, equipment failures, or port delays immediately. Coordinate import/export declarations and compliance checks. Issue and verify Bills of Lading (B/L), commercial invoices, and packing lists matching strict destination criteria Provide status reports on cargo condition, container power status, and vessel movements. Manage relationships with cold storage warehouses, trucking companies, and inspection authorities. Manage shipping files from initial booking through final job costing and invoicing. Check vendor invoices (freight, plugging fees, storage, and demurrage) against agreed tariffs. Insurance arrangements between client and internal Pre alerts (sending the doc pack to client before courier) Arranging loadings with transporters, clients, PPECB, cold stores/packhouses etc Liaising daily (including all queries) with clients, shipping lines, vendors, packhouse and cold stores, government departments. Desired Skills: Freight Fowarder Perishable Controller Desired Work Experience: 2 to 5 years Logistics Management Desired Qualification Level: Grade 12 / Matric About The Employer: Are you an experienced Freight Forwarding professional with a passion for logistics and the fast-paced world of perishables? We want YOU! Minimum Requirements - Grade 12 / Matric certificate. - Tertiary qualification in logistics, supply chain, or forwarding is an advantage. - 3 to 5+ years of experience in ocean freight operations (imports/exports). - Specific, proven track record handling perishable or temperature-controlled cargo (such as fruit, food, or cold-chain goods) - Deep understanding of perishables export/import documentation ( temperature logs, bills of lading ect) - Knowledge of customs regulations and port/shipping line procedures. - Familiarity with International shipping terms. - Strong attention to detail to prevent costly cold-chain or documentation errors. - Good communication and problem-solving skills.