Tumelo Seduma

Freight and Operations Controller with 3+ years of experience in international freight forwarding, sea freight, air freight, export operations, customs clearance, and logistics coordination. Experienced in managing shipments from booking through to final delivery, coordinating with shipping lines, overseas agents, transporters, clearing agents, warehouses, and clients. Strong knowledge of export documentation, Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, Certificates of Origin, EUR1 documentation, customs entries, shipment tracking, job costing, client billing, cost recovery, and cargo insurance and claims.

Proficient in CargoWise, BlueJay, Microsoft Excel, freight documentation, and shipment tracking systems. IMDG Dangerous Goods certified with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple shipments within high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.

Sea & Air Freight Controller - RANGEL LOGISTICS - Germiston, Gauteng

(2026-05)

Coordinate end-to-end sea and air freight shipments, ensuring shipments progress according to customer requirements and operational timelines.

• Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, transporters, depots, warehouses, and clients to coordinate shipment activities.
• Arrange carrier bookings and monitor schedules, shipment milestones, and delivery timelines.
• Prepare, process, and verify export documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, Certificates of Origin, and other shipping documents.
• Coordinate container movements with transporters, depots, shipping lines, and warehouses.
• Monitor shipment progress and provide proactive updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Process customer shipment requests and coordinate export bookings.
• Handle customer queries and provide appropriate freight and operational solutions.
• Coordinate transport arrangements and monitor deliveries to ensure agreed timelines are met.
• Support invoicing, job costing, cost allocation, and cost recovery.
• Maintain accurate shipment files, documentation, and operational records.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, export regulations, and company procedures.
• Identify potential delays and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to resolve operational issues.
• Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders throughout the shipment lifecycle.

Sea Freight Export Controller - FREITAN LOGISTICS - Kempton Park, Gauteng

(2023-06 - 2026-04)

Managed A-Z sea freight export operations, ensuring shipments were processed accurately and within required deadlines.

• Prepared and framed customs entries and coordinated export customs clearance in accordance with SARS and international trade requirements.
• Prepared and verified Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, Certificates of Origin, EUR1 documentation, and export documentation packs.
• Managed job costing and client billing, ensuring accurate allocation and recovery of freight-related costs.
• Posted creditor invoices and processed COD/EFT payments, including account reconciliation and documentation control.
• Coordinated with shipping lines, freight forwarders, customs brokers, transporters, depots, warehouses, and clients to ensure smooth shipment execution.
• Tracked and traced cargo throughout the shipment lifecycle and proactively communicated shipment updates to customers.
• Investigated and resolved shipment delays, discrepancies, and transit-related issues.
• Arranged cargo insurance and assisted with the management and processing of cargo claims.
• Conducted operational risk assessments and implemented corrective actions to minimise delays and potential cargo damage.
• Maintained accurate and audit-ready shipment documentation and operational records.
• Monitored export shipment timelines and proactively escalated potential delays to relevant stakeholders.
• Prepared shipment status, freight cost, and operational performance reports for management review.
• Analysed shipment data to identify trends and opportunities for improving operational efficiency.
• Maintained strong working relationships with international shipping partners and customers.
• Ensured compliance with Incoterms, customs requirements, international trade regulations, environmental standards, and safety requirements.
• Used CargoWise and tracking systems to manage shipment information, monitor cargo movements, and maintain accurate operational records.

Bachelor of Commerce - Regent Business School (2022)

Certificate in Supply Chain Management - Supply Chain Management - Metrominds, Kempton Park (2024)

National Senior Certificate (Matric) (2016)