Freight Forwarding Expert

2 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Alistair Group Full time

**Industry Insights**

Alistair Group operates in a dynamic logistics landscape, serving East and Southern Africa with innovative solutions. Our company is driven by a vision to make Africa work better, which informs our strategic direction and daily operations.

With a strong presence in various geographies, we deliver a range of services including road freight, warehousing, commodity trading, and operational hire of material handling equipment. Our services encompass freight forwarding, clearance & forwarding, energy industry support services, equipment rental, commodity trading, integrated solutions, warehousing, and ocean freight.

We serve diverse industries such as mining, oil & gas, agriculture, construction, explosives, and renewables.

**Your Role:**

  • Play a crucial role in shaping our logistics services to meet evolving client needs.
  • Develop and implement effective strategies to improve customer satisfaction.
  • Drive the adoption of new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and partners.

Responsibilities:**

  • Lead the development and implementation of our quote calculator.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements.
  • Provide critical insights to inform business decisions.
  • Represent the company at industry events and conferences.

Requirements:**

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
  • At least 4 years' relevant work experience.
  • International exposure.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivation, leadership, and innovation.
  • Exceptional written English skills.

**Working Hours:** Monday to Friday, 7:20 AM – 4:20 PM, and Alternate Saturdays, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.



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