Air Freight Estimating & Operations Specialist

Aramex; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramex in Johannesburg is seeking an Air Freight Operations Team Member to oversee estimating across air, sea, road and cross-border freight, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure estimates meet SLAs and accuracy.

You will liaise with clients, shipping lines and port authorities, maintain the national rate database, and drive data-driven improvements to hit ratios while adhering to compliance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) is required; tertiary qualification is advantageous.
• Experience in logistics and freight is essential.
• Strong business acumen and commercial understanding.
• Familiarity with customs tariffs, port charges and Incoterms.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pricing across air, sea, road and cross-border freight.
• Manage and maintain the national rate database for accuracy.
• Execute end-to-end estimates across all transport modes.
• Ensure accurate use of CargoWise and related systems.
• Engage with airlines, agents and partners to secure competitive rates.

Skills

Logistics knowledge

Analytical thinking

Time management

Negotiation skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tertiary qualification advantageous

Tools

CargoWise

MS Office

Job description

Aramex in Johannesburg is seeking an Air Freight Operations Team Member to oversee estimating across air, sea, road and cross-border freight, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure estimates meet SLAs and accuracy.

You will liaise with clients, shipping lines and port authorities, maintain the national rate database, and drive data-driven improvements to hit ratios while adhering to compliance and safety standards.