Job Description<\/p>\n
\tA leading art and design company is looking for an experienced Head of Shipping to manage all artwork logistics, including packing, transport, customs, insurance, and exhibition support, while leading a shipping team and ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective operations.<\/p>\n
Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
\tOversee local and international shipment of artworks, including packing, crating, labeling, and tracking.
\n\tCoordinate with curators, conservators, lenders, and freight forwarders to meet deadlines.
\n\tManage shipping staff and contractors for installs, deinstalls, and storage.
\n\tMaintain inventory and shipment tracking systems, and off-site storage procedures.
\n\tNegotiate rates and manage supplier and courier relationships.
\n\tPrepare and manage logistics budgets, approve expenditures, and report on KPIs.
\n\tEnsure compliance with customs, insurance, and international transport regulations.
\n\tDevelop and implement shipping procedures, handling protocols, and condition-report standards.<\/p>\n
Requirements:<\/p>\n
\tDegree in arts administration, logistics, museum studies, business, or related field; BCom in Supply Chain\/Operations\/Logistics preferred.
\n\t5+ years experience in art handling, shipping\/logistics, or collections management; 2+ years supervisory experience preferred.
\n\tKnowledge of fine art packing, condition reporting, and conservation-aware handling.
\n\tFamiliarity with international customs, import\/export laws, and insurance.
\n\tVendor management, negotiation, organizational, and project-management skills.
\n\tProficiency in shipping\/inventory software, Microsoft Office, and Excel\/PowerPoint.
\n\tValid driver\u2019s license and willingness to travel.
\n\tAttention to detail, confidentiality, and ability to work under pressure.<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( https:\/\/rporecruitment.co.za\/ ) or<\/p>\n
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