Role & responsibilities
Manage day-to-day Ocean Freight pricing for Import and Export shipments.
Obtain competitive rates from shipping lines, NVOCCs, co-loaders and overseas agents.
Negotiate ocean freight, surcharges, free time and commercial terms with carriers.
Maintain and update carrier rate sheets, tariffs and pricing databases.
Develop competitive pricing for FCL, LCL and special cargo requirements.
Monitor market movements, carrier rate changes, GRI/PSS and capacity situations.
Work closely with the Sales team to provide fast and competitive pricing.
Support sales teams in winning recent business and converting quotations into bookings.
Analyse lost quotations and provide recommendations for improving the hit ratio.
Develop alternative routing and carrier options when required.
Support key accounts with customized pricing solutions.





Preferred candidate profile
Solid knowledge of Ocean Freight FCL & LCL
Excellent knowledge of international shipping lines and NVOCCs
Strong freight procurement and negotiation skills
Experience handling RFQs and tenders
Valuable knowledge of Import & Export pricing
Understanding of port, ICD, CFS, inland transportation and destination charges
Knowledge of Incoterms and international trade
Strong Excel and pricing-analysis skills
Good commercial and analytical understanding
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple pricing requests
Strong market knowledge and carrier relationships

📌 Export Executive Ahmedabad (India)
🏢 Safex International
📍 India