Administrative Specialist, Quotes & Estimates, Air & Sea Role In Cape Town :

Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 / Matric
A B degree in Logistics / Supply Chain Management is advantageous
Valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle
Fluent in English both verbal and written
Minimum 3 years experience in freight forwarding operations (air, ocean, and road)
Strong knowledge of Incoterms
Prior experience with CargoWise1 (CW1) is essential
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Familiarity with MS Dynamics is beneficial

Preferred Competencies
Solid understanding of international freight forwarding
Experience in a multicultural, multinational environment
Strong administrative and organizational skills
Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent time management and punctuality
Team-oriented and collaborative approach
Ability to work methodically under pressure
Sound knowledge of global freight processes and service providers

Key Responsibilities
Prepare competitive pricing for RFPs, client ad-hoc quotations, RFQs, and other quoting tasks (excluding tenders)
Ensure consistency and accuracy using internal tools within agreed KPIs
Develop client-specific pricing solutions where required
Follow detailed pricing processes and SOPs
Strategize pricing based on market intelligence and trends
Manage both internal and external customer expectations
Collaborate closely with Sales, CRM, Revenue Management, and other Pricing Teams
Provide data-driven insights to support commercial decisions
Quality-check estimates before submission (especially for tender-related work)
Promote team collaboration and maintain a high-performance culture
Be available to work extended hours based on operational needs