Pricing ManagerJob Function:Supervise the Estimator teamResponsible for estimates and tenders for Durban officeDistribute general quotes / RFP / RFQ via a registerLiaise with clients to discuss rate submissions and provide solutionsCheck and authorise quotations / proposals for all transport modes: Sea, Road, Air, Cross-trade, and Abnormal CargoNegotiate rates with shipping lines, transporters, and airlines as neededEnsure rates are updated in the system and remain competitiveAdhere to the three-rate policy for tenders and abnormal quote requests due to market fluctuationsAnalyze official tender requests (RFQ / RFP / RFI) for all Industrial Project Tenders (excluding Mining Tenders)Assist with compiling rates and solutions for tendersCompile tender responses together with Bid DeskEnsure proper handover of secured quotes / tenders to operations team or managementMonitor the Quotation Module System and ensure estimators use it according to The Companys standardsProduce monthly project pricing reports with statistics on RFQ / RFP / RFI and tenders issued vs securedClient LiaisonClarify requestsDiscuss rate submissionsDiscuss solutionsRates NegotiationsNegotiate rates with shipping lines, transporters, and airlinesEnsure rates are competitiveApply the three-quote principle for abnormal quotesRates LibraryEnsure rates are regularly updated in the rates libraryMinimum Education and Experience:5 years of estimator experience2 years as a senior or supervisory freight estimator5 years of shipping backgroundPrior experience with Tenders / RFQ / RFIAbility to analyze a tender, determine required input, engage stakeholders, and compile technical and commercial responsesWork within The Companys quotation module (training will be provided)Previous experience in Project Pricing / Load Planning essentialMultimodal pricing experience (Air, Ocean, Road Freight import & export)Abnormal cargo pricing experience (heavy lift, air & ocean charters)
