Freight Pricing

1 week ago

Durban, South Africa Ann Swann Personnel Services Full time

**2025-05-13 - 2025-06-12**

**PERMANENT**

**JHB002109**

**LOGISTICS, WAREHOUSE & FREIGHT**

**KwaZulu Natal**, Durban**

**R 25 000.00 - R 35 000.00 Monthly Cost To Company (Market related, Negotiable)**

Are you a detail-driven freight forwarding expert with a flair for pricing strategy? We’re looking for a sharp and analytical individual to join a global logistics brand at the forefront of supply chain solutions across air, sea, and road freight. If rate negotiations, customer quoting, and commercial insights are your strengths, this is your next big move.

**About the Company**: Our client is a respected international freight forwarding group known for their strategic project capabilities and strong regional footprint. They provide end-to-end logistics support across Southern Africa, leveraging global partnerships and a customer-first culture. You’ll be based in Durban, joining a collaborative commercial team focused on driving growth through precision quoting and competitive pricing.
***Role Overview**: You’ll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive pricing estimates across all modes of transport (air, sea, road), supporting internal teams and responding to client RFQs and RFIs. From rate negotiations to margin analysis, your input will directly impact project wins and client retention.
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Handle RFQs from prospective and existing clients across multiple transport modes.
- Source and negotiate rates with preferred subcontractors.
- Prepare and submit competitive estimates using company quotation tools or client-supplied templates.
- Compare buying and selling rates to determine margin performance.
- Liaise with sales and operations teams to ensure all handovers are accurate and complete.
- Maintain rate validity, currency alignment, Incoterms, and country-specific import/export procedures.
- Log and update quotation outcomes weekly (won/lost/in-progress/follow-up).
- Participate in commercial meetings or client discussions as needed.
- Track the success of submitted estimates and tenders and maintain up-to-date records.

***Requirements**:

- Matric essential; further logistics or commercial qualifications are advantageous.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in freight forwarding estimates.
- At least 3-5 years of operational exposure in air, road, and sea freight.
- Strong understanding of Incoterms, subcontractor procurement, and shipping compliance.
- Excellent administrative, communication, and analytical skills.

***What’s in it for you?**:

- Work for a globally recognised freight forwarding leader.
- Exposure to high-value project tenders and regional logistics initiatives.
- Join a team where your pricing insight makes a direct business impact.
- Career stability, structured onboarding, and a supportive work culture.
- For more information please contact:
**Ann Swann Personnel

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