TMO 407024 - Estimator – Sea Freight

Recruiter:

Professional Career Services

Job Ref:

TMO 407024 - Estimat..

Date posted:

Friday, June 24, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R20k -R25k

JOB SUMMARY:
Estimator – Sea Freight

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Employer Description

Our client is a South African owned Freight Forwarding company

Job Description

Our client invites applications from energetic individuals to join the young team in the capacity of an Estimator. The successful applicants will be responsible for the following:

Liaise with various clients, shipping lines, Agent, Port Authorities, Customs and Transporters
Obtain best rates through liaison with various Airlines, Shipping Agents, and Overseas Agents
Registering incoming estimate requests and responding in order of urgency and complexity
Following up on estimates and measuring success
Consult with internal departments i.e., Operations, Sales, and Customer Service to ensure accurate follow through of costing and feedback to relevant parties
Advising clients on viable transport and product option
Ensure all Imports, Exports and Cost Estimates for Air, Ocean, Road and Over Border Freight are completed timeously and accurately
Negotiate best terms/pricing for maximum company profitability
Manage all relevant documentation with regards to containers, breakbulk and LCL cargo

Qualifications

Matric or equivalent qualification

Skills

Excellent and updated knowledge of INCOTERMS
Minimum of 2 years working experience in a similar role in the Freight Industry
Familiar with Customs Tariffs and Port Charges
Multimodal experience (Airfreight – Imports/Exports) will be advantageous but not a pre-requisite

Benefits

Provident Fund
Medical Aid

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