Administrative Specialist, Quotes & Estimates, Air & Sea

DSV - Global transport and logistics

In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 5th largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com

Location: Kempton Park

Job Posting Title: Administrative Specialist, Quotes & Estimates, Air & Sea

Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of The Role

The main purpose of the role will be reporting into the Estimates Manager and ensuring that all pricing exercises or estimates for general cargo are completed CargoWise at a high level of professionalism.

Job-Related Requirements

• Matric
• B. Com Logistics/Supply Chain Management would be beneficial but not a requirement
• Must have a minimum 3 years' freight forwarding experience, in both air, ocean and road operations
• Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in pricing and estimates
• Own vehicle a must, drivers license, ability to travel

Electives

• Understanding of international freight forwarding
• Experience in a multi-cultural, multinational operation
• Good communicator verbal & written
• Team player
• Analytical thinker
• Effective administration skills and well organzised
• Must be methodical and precise in their work.
• Must understand the freight forwarding process, global requirements, and service providers / industry players.
• Punctuality and time management skills are critical.
• Available to work long hours when required.
• Must be target driven.
• Must have ability to work unsupervised.
• Always maintain a professional image.
• Team-player
• Deadline Driven
• Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans, both written and verbal
• Advanced Incoterms knowledge

Computer Literacy

• MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• CargoWise

Duties And Responsibilities

• Pricing for RFPs, Client Adhoc Quotations, RFQs, and any other pricing related exercises except tenders.
• Working with the tools provided to deliver consistent, competitive pricing within the agreed KPIs
• Developing bespoke client solutions where this adds value
• Following a detailed set of processes & procedures
• Developing pricing strategies
• Managing internal & external client expectations
• Working together with the Sales, CRM, Revenue Management, and the Pricing Teams
• Providing management with information to allow them to make commercial decisions
• Quality checking estimates prior to submission to clients if tender related
• Assist team cohesiveness

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSVs Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.