Key Responsibilities
Prepare and issue freight quotations for ocean, air, and land shipments.
Negotiate rates with carriers, shipping lines, and overseas agents to secure competitive pricing.
Maintain and update tariff and rate databases for internal stakeholders.
Monitor industry trends, carrier rate fluctuations, and competitor pricing activities.
Conduct cost analysis to balance profitability with customer satisfaction.
Provide pricing insights and recommendations to sales and operations teams.
Collaborate closely with sales teams to provide accurate and timely rate proposals.
Support business development initiatives through strategic pricing for tenders and bids.
Ensure all quotations comply with international trade regulations and company policies.
Maintain accurate records of pricing agreements, contracts, and freight cost data.
Support audits and reporting requirements related to freight pricing and procurement.
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of experience in Ocean Pricing within the Freight Forwarding industry.
Robust knowledge of freight pricing, carrier negotiations, and logistics operations.
Experience handling multi-modal transportation pricing (Ocean/Air/Land).
Excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
Solid coordination and communication abilities.
Proficiency in MS Office and freight management/pricing systems.
Good understanding of international trade regulations and shipping documentation.