Kwanele Langa
Freight Forwarding Controller
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Result-driven candidate with extensive knowledge of logistics and customs regulations. Develops and maintains relationships with clients, carriers and suppliers. Possesses excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sea Freight Import Learner
Africa Global Logistics
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained strong relationships with clients, providing regular updates on shipment status and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Developed thorough knowledge of industry trends, competitor offerings, and best practices to ensure top-quality service delivery to clients.
- Coordinated closely with the operations team to ensure optimal allocation of resources, maximizing both efficiency and cost-effectiveness in shipment handling.
- Streamlined communication with carriers for accurate booking, scheduling, and shipment tracking.
- Contributed to overall team success by assisting colleagues during peak periods or as needed for special projects related to sea exports.
- Processed customs declarations and maintained records of customs documents.
- Negotiated freight rates with carriers for international transportation of goods.
- Prepared shipping documentation, maintaining compliance with US Customs and international regulations.
- Established and built positive relationships with vendors and carriers, promoting competitive shipping rates and service.
- Arranged delivery or storage of goods at destinations.
- Facilitated required documentation to manage customs clearance.
Junior Consultant
Firmenich
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Optimized operational workflows through process improvement initiatives, driving cost reductions for clients.
- Participated in client meetings to understand their challenges, offering specific expertise in developing action plans.
- Contributed towards internal knowledge-sharing initiatives by documenting best practices, case studies, and lessons learned from past engagements.
- Implemented change management strategies that ensured smooth transitions during organizational restructuring efforts for clients.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Evaluated industry trends and competitor activities to inform strategic planning and position clients for success.
Education
Learnership - Freight Forwarding
Learnership
Glen Marias 04.2001 -
Advanced Diploma - Logistics Management
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbjil Park 04.2001 -
Diploma - Logistics Management
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbjil Park 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Khondlo Senior Secondary School
Vryheid, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Shipment Tracking
Logistics Planning
Carrier negotiation
Cross-cultural communication
Supply Chain Coordination
Multitasking
Problem-solving abilities
Documentation Review
Self Motivation
Billing management
Invoice Preparation
Rate negotiation
Cost Calculation
Certification
INTERMEDIATE EXCEL TRAINING
Timeline
INTERMEDIATE EXCEL TRAINING
07-2024
Sea Freight Import Learner
Africa Global Logistics
01.2024 - Current
Junior Consultant
Firmenich
01.2020 - 12.2020
Learnership - Freight Forwarding
Learnership
04.2001 -
Advanced Diploma - Logistics Management
Vaal University of Technology
04.2001 -
Diploma - Logistics Management
Vaal University of Technology
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Khondlo Senior Secondary School
04.2001 -
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