Job Description

Senior Executive - Import Pricing

Location: Mumbai

Department: Pricing

Industry Preference: Freight Forwarding / Logistics

Experience: 4 to 6 Years

Budget: Up to ₹6 LPA

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Executive - Import Pricing to join our Pricing team in Mumbai. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in import pricing within the freight forwarding industry and possess strong knowledge of ocean and air import freight, carrier negotiations, and quotation management.

Key Responsibilities

- Handle pricing and procurement for Ocean Import and Air Import shipments.
- Obtain competitive freight rates from shipping lines, airlines, co-loaders, and overseas agents.
- Prepare and submit accurate quotations within the defined turnaround time.
- Negotiate rates with carriers, NVOCCs, and service providers to maximize profitability.
- Coordinate with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, and overseas offices for pricing requirements.
- Maintain and update tariff databases, contracts, and rate sheets.
- Analyze market trends, carrier pricing, and competitive freight rates.
- Support tender submissions and RFQ requirements.
- Ensure timely follow-up on quotations and conversion opportunities.
- Maintain strong relationships with shipping lines, airlines, co-loaders,



and vendors.
- Assist management with pricing reports, rate analysis, and profitability reviews.

Desired Skills & Competencies

- Strong knowledge of Ocean Import and Air Import Freight Forwarding.
- Valuable understanding of INCOTERMS, international trade, and freight costing.
- Experience in handling pricing requests from customers, agents, and sales teams.
- Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Strong analytical and commercial acumen.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple inquiries simultaneously.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and freight forwarding ERP systems.

Candidate Profile

- Graduate in any discipline.
- Minimum 4 to 6 years of experience in Import Pricing within a Freight Forwarding company.
- Well-connected with shipping lines, airlines, and co-loaders.
- Ability to independently manage pricing activities and support business growth.
- Immediate joiners or candidates with short notice periods will be preferred.

Preferred Industry Background

- Freight Forwarding

Reporting To: Pricing Manager / Pricing Head

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹800,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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