Freight Estimator

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Aramex Full time

**Key Responsibilities**
- Execute estimates (all modes.) end to end
- Ensure accurate use of operating systems (cargo wise)
- Measure and improve estimates hit ratio
- Query escalations resolutions
- Liaise with various Clients, Shipping Lines, Agents, Port Authorities, Customs and Transporters
- Liaise with internal departments i.e. Operations, Commercial and Customer Service to ensure accurate follow through of costing and feedback to relevant parties
- Obtain best rates through liaison with various Airlines, Shipping Agents and Overseas Agents
- Ensure all estimates are completed timeously and accurately
- Compile and distribute all Cost Estimates for Air, Sea, Road and Over Border Freight
- Negotiate best terms / pricing for maximum company profitability

**Minimum Requirements**
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous
- Experience in the Logistics industry is a necessity
- Strong Business Acumen
- Familiar with customs tariffs and port charges (incoterms )
- Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport
- Valid Code 08 driver’s license and own reliable transport
- Advanced Microsoft Package - Word, Excel
- **Skills & **Competencies**
- Well organized
- Problem analysis - Analytical and passion for numerical problem solving
- Ability to work well

**Company Overview**:
Since our founding in 1982 we have grown to become a world leader in comprehensive transport and delivery solutions for business and consumers. Headquartered in Dubai, at the heart of the world’s most dynamic commercial hub and on the site of historic trade routes linking east and west, commerce and transport are deeply embedded in Aramex’s DNA. We are dedicated to transforming the face of trade, expanding our operations rapidly to better connect businesses and consumers worldwide.



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