Cost Estimator Clearing & Forwarding
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Job Location:
Durban - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Cost Estimator - Clearing & Forwarding Provide accurate and comprehensive cost estimations for international freight customs clearance and logistics services. Umhlanga Durban 7:30am-5pm R27 000 - R35 000
About Our Client
The company operates in the clearing and forwarding industry. It provides international freight customs clearance and logistics services to clients.
The Role: Cost Estimator - Clearing & Forwarding
The purpose of this role is to provide accurate and comprehensive cost estimations for international freight customs clearance and logistics services. It ensures competitive pricing while maintaining profitability and regulatory compliance by calculating detailed estimates and monitoring fluctuating costs. The main focus areas include shipping documentation analysis tariff maintenance and client quotation preparation.
Key Responsibilities
- Possess a minimum of 2-3 years experience in freight forwarding customs clearance or a related logistics role.
- Calculate and prepare detailed cost estimates for international shipping customs clearance and logistics services.
- Analyse shipping documentation cargo details and route requirements to determine accurate costing.
- Research and monitor fluctuating costs including freight rates customs duties exchange rates and port charges.
- Liaise with shipping lines airlines customs authorities and other logistics partners to gather pricing information.
- Prepare quotations for clients detailing all applicable costs and service options.
- Maintain an up-to-date database of tariffs duties and international shipping costs.
- Provide regular cost analysis and reporting to management.
About You
- Minimum 2-3 years experience in freight forwarding customs clearance or related logistics role.
- Knowledge of international trade terms (Incoterms) customs regulations and freight procedures.
- Understanding of import/export documentation and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in logistics management software and MS Office applications.
- Knowledge of South African customs regulations and international trade agreements.
- Strong analytical mathematical and numerical abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail accuracy and organisational skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills for client and partner interactions.
Key Skills
- Bluebeam
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- HeavyBid
- Math
- Sage
- Pricing
- Cost Control
- Restoration
- Roofing
- Microsoft Excel
- Auto Estimating
