Somone Brijmohan

Highly experienced Import & Export Controller with over 12 years of proven success in clearances, logistics coordination, and supply chain operations within agriculture Macadamia nuts, perishables, hazardous, and dry cargo sectors. Proven track record in managing end-to-end shipments, customs compliance, and freight negotiations, while ensuring on-time delivery and operational efficiency. Strong working knowledge of Cargo Wise, customs processes, and international trade documentation.

EXPORT DOCUMENTATION CLERK - Macadamia nuts, perishables - Ebenezer Couriers - Durban, South Africa

(2014-01 - 2016-04)

• Arranged export bookings with shipping lines
• Monitored and updated stack dates and vessel schedules to meet cutoff requirements
• Submitted shipping instructions via shipping line portals
• Reviewed draft bills of lading for accuracy prior to final release
• Obtained freight rates and confirmed applicable charges for processing and payment
• Submitted release documentation and coordinated bill of lading releases
• Arranged telex releases if applicable
• Processed cargo dues via OTC
• Captured and submitted customs entries via Easy Clear
• Prepared drafts documents for client approval and then process final export documentation (PPECB, Phytosanitary Certificates, COO, EUR1, SADC, Form A)
• Ensured dispatch of original documents within 5–7 days post vessel sailing
• Submitted completed shipment files for invoicing and ensured proper file closure

EXPORT CONTROLLER - Macadamia nuts, perishables - CH Logistics - Durban, South Africa

(2016-05 - 2022-06)

• Managed receipt and execution of shipping instructions from overseas agents
• Liaised with suppliers to ensure cargo readiness and alignment with shipment schedules
• Negotiated ocean freight rates with carriers to achieve cost-effective solutions
• Secured bookings with shipping lines in accordance with vessel schedules and stack cut-off requirements
• Coordinated merchant and carrier haulage for efficient container movement and loading
• Prepared and submitted shipping instructions via carrier platforms
• Captured and submitted export customs declarations via CargoWise, ensuring SARS compliance
• Administered port and carrier cargo dues through OTC systems
• Verified and processed freight and landside charges for payment authorization
• Prepared and managed export documentation (PPECB, Phytosanitary Certificates, COO, EUR1, SADC, Form A) in line with regulatory requirements
• Coordinated submission of documentation and facilitated timely Bill of Lading (B/L) releases with carriers
• Monitored vessel movements, including ETD and ETA, ensuring proactive communication of updates
• Ensured dispatch of original export documentation within stipulated timeframes post-ETD
• Oversaw file billing processes, ensuring accuracy, rate confirmation, full cost recovery, and timely file finalization

IMPORT & EXPORT CONTROLLER - hazardous, and dry cargo sectors - Lengime Mobilis CC - Durban, South Africa

(2022-08 - 2023-08)

• Managed end-to-end sea freight import process from file registration through to final delivery
• Requested ANF and obtained freight and landside charges from carriers
• Processed customs clearance via Cargo Wise
• Arranged and authorized payment of VAT and/or DUTY as applicable
• Processing carrier cargo dues via OTC
• Monitored shipment movements, including ETD and ETA tracking
• Submitted all required documentation to shipping lines to secure cargo release
• Coordinated transport instructions to haulers upon receipt of carrier release
• Arrange with transporters for container delivery
• Finalized import files by submitting clearance documentation and ensuring accurate file closure and hand over to manager
• Managed full export lifecycle across all modes, including booking, execution, and final delivery
• Negotiated freight rates and secured bookings with shipping lines in line with operational requirements
• Coordinated hazardous cargo applications and approvals in accordance with IMDG regulations
• Arranged merchant and carrier haulage, including container packing and stack placement
• Processing navis
• Prepared and submitted hazardous declarations and supporting compliance documentation
• Coordinated provision of tremcards and hazardous labelling for warehouse loading
• Managed pre-advice of containers and shipment details to relevant stakeholders
• Administered specialized documentation for charcoal exports (MSDS, vanning certificates, weathering certificates, test certificates, indemnities, and accreditations)
• Submitted shipping instructions and export customs entries via CargoWise (SARS compliant)
• Processed cargo dues and arranged payment of freight and landside charges
• Prepared export documentation including COO, EUR1, and SADC certificates
• Coordinated submission of shipping documents and facilitated Bill of Lading (B/L) releases
• Monitored vessel schedules (ETD/ETA) and ensured proactive shipment tracking
• Ensured timely dispatch of original export documentation post-ETD
• Oversaw invoicing, ensuring rate confirmation, cost recovery, and accurate file finalization

AGRI EXPORT / IMPORT CONTROLLER - Macadamia nuts, perishables - FR MEYER'S SOHN

(2023-10 - 2026-04)

• Negotiated ocean freight rates with carriers to achieve cost-effective solutions
• Secured bookings with shipping lines
• track vessel schedules and stack cut-off requirements
• Coordinated merchant and carrier haulage for efficient container movement and loading
• Process Navis
• Prepared and submitted shipping instructions via INTTRA and carrier platforms
• Captured and submitted export customs declarations via Cargo Wise
• Process cargo dues via OTC
• Verified and processed freight and landside charges for payment
• Prepared and managed export documentation (PPECB, Phytosanitary Certificates, Chambers, EUR1, SADC, Form A)
• Coordinated submission of shipping documentation and facilitated timely Bill of Lading (B/L) releases
• Monitored vessel schedules, ensuring accurate ETD/ETA tracking and proactive updates
• Ensured dispatch of original export documentation within required timeframes post-ETD
• Status report to be sent (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) to clients
• Managed billing processes, ensuring rate confirmation, full cost recovery, and accurate file finalization
• Registered and managed import files within Cargo Wise
• Coordinated with shipping lines and agents to monitor shipment progress and update system milestones
• Facilitated regulatory inspections, including Plant Inspection, Port Health, and State Veterinary requirements
• Managed EFT payments related to shipments in line with operational requirements
• Maintained and updated shipment status reports for internal and client communication
• Coordinated shipment releases with carriers and ensured timely processing
• Issued transport instructions and monitored delivery through to final destination
• Provided clients with accurate delivery updates and maintained system integrity within Cargo Wise
• Ensured billing accuracy prior to submission to the invoicing team
• Sent client billing and supporting documents for shipment

National Senior Certificate - Diploma Pass - Brookdale Secondary School (2014)

Certificate in Customs Clearing - School of Shipping (2018-05)

Customs Compliance Essentials Workshop - Log train International (2023-06)