Estimator (Air)
- Area:
- East Rand ,Gauteng
- Contact Type:
- Permanent
- Salary:
- Market Related
- Full Job Description
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Manage Expenses by …
• Providing accurate estimates to clients.
• Ensure compliance checks are done with the airline prior to quoting shipments outside of normal specifications –
e.g DGR or OOG.
• Maximising profit where possible using spot rates.
• Negotiating rates with airlines, agents and transporters.
• Noting and advising pricing supervisor or branch manager on any business that seems to be at risk or declining.
Adherence to Policies & Procedures by…
• Processing airfreight quotes accurately.
• Working in collaboration with the sales and operations teams to secure business.
• Advising clients on the most effective manner to move their cargo.
• Ensuring efficient response times to clients.
Operational Excellence by…
• Ensure that the best rates are sourced from the relevant parties for all quotes.
• Following up on quotes when needed.
Culture Accountability by…
• Three EEE's.
• Deliverables and general performance discussion quarterly.
SKILLS:
• Must have high level of accuracy.
• Must have time management skills.
• Must be able to operate a computer.
• Must have organisational skills.
• Must always be engaged.
• Ensuring client service is of the highest standard by the way we communicate in a friendly, helpful manner.
• Compliance with all HR policies, practices and administrative procedures.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills.
- Minimum Requirements
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• Minimum of Grade 12.
• 3 years working experience within an airfreight import and export pricing team or operations team with pricing
experience Minimum of 7 years in a freight related environment.
• Must have excellent knowledge of Incoterms.
• Must have knowledge of airfreight principles and practices.
• Must have geographical knowledge.
