Job Title: Ocean Import Pricing Specialist - Competitive Pricing Expert
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Ocean Import Pricing Specialist to take the next step in their career and develop strong pricing expertise in ocean freight operations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and optimising ocean import pricing through the global agency network, building agent relationships, negotiating competitive rates and producing quotations for Sales staff. This role involves developing and maintaining relationships with key global agents, ensuring competitiveness while optimising Net Revenue margins, and working closely with operations and onboarding teams to support the seamless implementation of new business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing and maintaining relationships with key global agents.
- Managing and updating pricing files for Freight Management RFQs, ensuring competitiveness while optimising Net Revenue margins.
- Working closely with operations and onboarding teams to support the seamless implementation of new business.
- Engaging with agency partners to follow up on opportunities and align pricing solutions with customer needs and business objectives.
What We're Looking For:
- Minimum of three years experience in ocean import procurement and pricing within a busy freight forwarding environment.
- A solid understanding of ocean freight movements and procurement strategies.
- The ability to analyse pricing data and identify key trends.
- Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence key decision-makers.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Benefits:
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation where your expertise will be rewarded, and your career can thrive.