Logistics Officer - Namibia (local)

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. Looking for your next opportunity? 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. 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 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 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.