Transport & Estimates Coordinator

SUMMARY:
A client of ours within the logistics sector is looking for a Transport & Estimates Coordinator to join their team

POSITION INFO:
Location
Johannesburg

Requirements: 

• Proven experience in transport estimating and operational coordination
• Experience in FCL, LCL, linehaul, airfreight, breakbulk, abnormal, crane hire, rigging or over-border transport
• Good understanding of 3PL and 4PL logistics services
• Experience working with clients and third-party transport suppliers
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving abilities
• Own reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence
• Willingness to travel to Durban if and when required

• Prepare fast, accurate and competitive estimates for:
• Linehaul, FCL and LCL transport
• Airfreight transport
• Crane hire, rigging and abnormal loads
• Breakbulk and over-border transport
• Warehousing
• Follow up on submitted estimates to secure bookings
• Liaise with clients and provide regular tracking updates and ETAs
• Coordinate third-party transporters, crane and rigging  subcontractors
• Work closely with the FCL, LCL, Airfreight and Warehouse teams in Johannesburg and Durban
• Monitor collections, deliveries, container movements, packing and unpacking
• Collect, check and submit PODs before weekly and monthly cut-off dates
• Keep all operational systems and tracking sheets updated in real time
• Resolve or escalate delays and operational problems promptly
• Protect company margins when obtaining supplier rates and preparing quotations