Highly motivated individual with a proven track record of cost reduction and process improvement in the logistics industry. Experienced in warehouse operations and freight forwarding, enhancing interpersonal relationships with employees. Skilled in analyzing, attention to detail, and making sound decisions within the logistics/supply chain sector. Strong believer in teamwork and goal achievement, successfully demonstrating this in current position.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Airfreight Controller
DB Schenker Logistic (Pty) Ltd
01.2022 - Current
Handle, monitor, and control air import shipments end-to-end, ensuring full compliance with company policies and client specifications.
Open and manage shipment files, allocate shipment file numbers, and obtain landside, transport, and third-party service provider rates.
Validate all airfreight invoices against Schenker buying rates and ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant.
Submit relevant documentation to customs clearing departments and update status reports while ensuring the consignee is properly notified.
Upload customs documentation onto systems including Tango and Shipshape; monitor and confirm Customs release status via Shipshape.
Coordinate with carriers, agents, international offices, and clients to finalize airfreight methods, delivery details, and cargo arrivals.
Monitor cargo arrivals against bookings and ensure timely internal handovers for seamless indent/order processing.
Proactively notify clients of shipment arrivals and provide continuous updates through phone and email communications.
Support Controllers with data entry, Event Control updates, and capturing shipment milestones in Tango.
Deliver responsive and reliable customer service by addressing client and stakeholder inquiries within four business hours.
Ensure clean interdepartmental handovers Rates and accurate, real-time updates to clients and consignees.
Track and trace client shipments from indent to Proof of Delivery (P.O.D) and assist in finalizing invoice payments efficiently.
Audit and verify all shipment charges prior to final billing; ensure duties and customs fees are invoiced immediately post-clearance.
Accurately accrue detention and release charges in internal systems (Tango/Shipshape) and notify relevant billing parties.
Maintain strict adherence to billing deadlines—ensuring AIR invoices are finalized within three days of delivery.
Performance & Accountability (KPIs)
Maintain 100% audit-ready files with full documentation and compliance with SOPs.
Ensure all client and internal queries are resolved within the same business day.
Send final invoices within specified turnaround times to support cash flow and client satisfaction.
Ensure all shipment backup documents are uploaded and correctly classified in system databases for full transparency.
Operating systems
Shipshape
Tango
cargowise
Parcel Perfect
Ariba/SAP
Supervisor in Warehouse in Transport Department- Air Freight
DB Schenker
01.2018 - 01.2022
Request, monitor, manage, and report on office stock levels.
Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly reports to ensure full operational shipment flow.
Coordinate dispatch and delivery of goods using the warehouse management system.
Implement service quality measures to enhance warehouse efficiency.
Ensure compliance with client specifications and standard operating procedures.
Update PODs using the warehouse system.
Communicate delivery details with clients and arrange deliveries.
Oversee timely delivery of goods.
Manage inbound and outbound processes using the GXD system.
Inspect cargo for damage and endorse damage reports.
Maintain and track delivery schedules to ensure timely shipments.
Provide tracking updates to customers and internal managers.
Monitor and report driver incidents, such as accidents.
Assign drivers to optimal routes.
Report any damaged products and address late or lost deliveries.
Customer Service Controller / Local and Over Border Shipments
DB Schenker
01.2015 - 01.2018
Coordinate and control airfreight shipments from collection to final delivery, ensuring compliance with all internal and external requirements.
Arrange forwarding based on client shipping instructions and collaborate with international offices to expedite shipments as per Standard Operating Procedures.
Register shipment files and diligently follow up on queries.
Provide clients with regular updates on their shipments' status.
Arrange, coordinate, and monitor delivery for both domestic and cross-border shipments.
Send quotations for domestic and cross-border shipments to clients.
Track shipments from collection to check-in, ensuring consistent updates.
Communicate effectively to resolve client queries or delays promptly.
Monitor and track incoming shipments, focusing on estimated time of arrival (ETA).
Foster seamless customer service through effective client communication.
Ensure timely invoicing to maintain business efficiency.
Education
Honours - Supply Chain Management
Mancosa
Centurion
01-2023
Bachelor - Transport and Logistics management
UNISA
Pretoria
01-2022
Matric -
Phoenix College
Johhanesburg
01.2008
Skills
Freight forwarding
Warehouse Management
Logistics Operations Management
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Verbal and written communication
Critical thinking
Effective time management
LANGUAGE
English
References
Mawande, Tabalaza, 0736860549
Timeline
Airfreight Controller
DB Schenker Logistic (Pty) Ltd
01.2022 - Current
Supervisor in Warehouse in Transport Department- Air Freight
DB Schenker
01.2018 - 01.2022
Customer Service Controller / Local and Over Border Shipments
National Customer Service Coordinator – Domestic and International Transport at DB Schenker Australia Pty Ltd.National Customer Service Coordinator – Domestic and International Transport at DB Schenker Australia Pty Ltd.