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Job description
With over two decades of experience, our team at OBT offers a long-standing tradition of shipping and logistics expertise, along with strong connections to a network of leading ship owners, operators, and local logistics specialists.
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We are looking for a commercially minded and detail-oriented Logistics Assistant to join our Logistics team in our Namibia office. This is an excellent opportunity for a freight forwarding professional who enjoys combining pricing, customer service and hands-on shipment operations, and wants to help grow our business with new and existing clients.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Logistics, Supply Chain, International Trade, or a related field
- 2–5 years of experience in freight forwarding international logistics or supply chain
- Solid understanding of Incoterms and customs procedures
- Experience preparing freight quotations across air, sea, and road
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel
- Fluent English, written and spoken
- Experience in a multinational or fast-paced environment is a plus
- Review quotation requests and prepare accurate, competitive offers for air, sea, and road freight
- Track quotations, monitor conversion rates and analyse lost opportunities
- Monitor freight costs, surcharges, and market trends to protect margins and keep pricing databases up to date
- Negotiate with and evaluate suppliers, including shipping lines, airlines, trucking companies, and agents
- Coordinate shipments end to end with overseas partners and OBT offices, ensuring on-time delivery and full visibility
- Work closely with customs brokers, port authorities, and free zones to ensure smooth, compliant operations
- Prepare shipping documents, including bills of lading, invoices, packing lists, and delivery notes
- Advise clients on the best logistics solutions and provide prompt, professional responses
- Identify business development opportunities with new and existing customers
- Ensure timely invoicing and support the monthly logistics report
- Suggest and implement improvements to logistics processes and documentation
Job benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Medical aid allowance
- Pension allowance
- Exposure to diverse projects across maritime, oil & gas, heavy-lift, warehousing and supply-chain sectors.
- Collaboration with experienced international team and opportunity for career growth within OBT.



