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1 Jan 2026

Permanent OCC Specialist – DHL Vacancies

DHL Vacancies – Posted by JobLink24 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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DHL Vacancies – OCC Specialist

OCC Specialist

Company: DHL Vacancies

Job Purpose
Join DHL Global Forwarding as an OCC Specialist and play a key role in managing ocean freight pricing and operational strategies. You will support the execution of commercial strategies, maintain competitive tariffs, and drive profitability while ensuring seamless customer engagement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and update country OCC tariffs within relevant templates and systems

  • Support execution of OFR and local commercial strategies

  • Implement competitive and strategic pricing solutions, including seasonal offers, trade lane campaigns, and special offers

  • Identify optimal pricing solutions to maximize profitability of ocean freight services

  • Provide timely and accurate pricing for new business opportunities at country level, following standard factor-based methodologies

  • Respond to GBT bids and provide feedback to regional teams

  • Manage Tier 4 local BC Sales, delivering fast responses to Level 1 and 2 opportunities, and set tariffs for Level 3 and 4 opportunities

  • Monitor profitability and volume growth, particularly on ITM lanes, escalating risk decisions where necessary

  • Interact with customers to provide accurate ocean freight estimates within SLA turnaround times

  • Maintain proactive communication with colleagues and managers, keeping estimate registers and QuoteShop rates up to date

  • Provide weekly and monthly reports on pricing activities, estimate completions, and success rates

Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of ocean freight forwarding and market rates

  • Commercial acumen with analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills

  • Ability to manage multiple bids/projects simultaneously under pressure

  • Solutions-driven, self-motivated, and eager to learn

  • Strong team player with excellent communication skills

  • High attention to detail and ability to meet SLA deadlines

What DHL Offers

  • Comprehensive training and development programs

  • Mentorship from experienced freight forwarding professionals and senior leaders

  • Opportunities for international exposure within the freight forwarding industry

Why Join DHL Global Forwarding

  • Part of Deutsche Post DHL, operating in over 220 countries worldwide

  • Recognized as a Top Employer for fostering talent development and a positive work environment

  • Access to a global network of over 30,000 employees

  • Efficient processes, innovative solutions, and industry-leading customer service

Company Vision & Values

  • Vision: The Logistics Company for the World

  • Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered

  • Purpose: Connecting People, Improving Lives

  • Values: Respect & Results

  • Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice; Living Responsibility

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer, evaluating applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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