Administrative Specialist, Quotes & Estimates, Air & Sea

DSV - Global transport and logistics

In , ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd 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.

Job Posting Title

Administrative Specialist, Quotes & Estimates, Air & Sea

Time Type

Full Time

Main Purpose of The Role

Ensuring that all pricing exercises or estimates for general cargo are completed in CargoWise with a high level of professionalism.

Minimum Requirements

1. Minimum 3 years' experience in freight forwarding (Air, Ocean and Road)

Additional Requirements

1. Must be fluent in English, both written and verbal
2. Advanced Incoterms knowledge
3. Understanding of international freight forwarding
4. Experience in a multi cultural, multi national operation
5. Good communicator verbal & written
6. Team player
7. Analytical thinker
8. Effective administration skills and well organised
9. Must be methodical and precise in their work
10. Must have an understanding of the freight forwarding process, global requirements and service providers / industry players
11. Punctuality and time management skills are critical
12. Available to work long hours when required
13. Own vehicle; driver's license

Qualifications

1. Matric Certificate
2. B Logistics / Supply Chain Management would be beneficial but not a requirement

Computer Packages

1. MS Word
2. Excel
3. PowerPoint
4. Outlook
5. Cargowise

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Supporting with collating estimates to all DSV's client base through the Cargowise platform
2. Support to categorize quotes received on MS Dynamics and finalizing the relevant quotes assigned on Cargowise
3. Supporting clients with any special requests or guidance needed on quote and pricing solutions
4. Assist with multi modal, inbound and outbound end to end quotes, based on client requests

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 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 DSV's Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.