Freight Pricing Specialist

JOB PURPOSE:

The Multi-Modal Freight Pricing Specialist will be responsible for quoting, bidding and negotiating pricing for current and potential customers, with the intention of increasing profit and keeping cost at a minimum.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Create and issue quotations to prospects & customers, ensuring compliance and pricing agreements.

· Follow up on issued quotations.

· Procurement of services such as airfreight rates, ocean rates, haulage etc.

· Handling of RFQ/Tenders from customers, prospects & Aramex network offices.

· Hold regular service review meetings with key suppliers, minimizing cost increases.

· Lead sourcing.

· Follow up of SRN’s to generate prospects.

· Develop a pipeline of new business opportunities & introduce Aramex services.

· Customer retention & development via physical visit & maintenance via telephone.

· Conduct market research for Freight industry trends, competitive pricing, and emerging opportunities.

· Work closely with commercial and operational teams to develop pricing strategies aligned with company goals.

· Communicate pricing information effectively and in a timely manner to internal and external teams and customers.

· Address customer inquiries, finding solutions that meet both customer needs and company objectives.

· Provide support to sales teams in presenting and explaining pricing structures to customers.

· Stay informed about industry regulations and ensure pricing practices adhere to legal standards.

· Regularly evaluate pricing processes, implementing changes for efficiency and competitiveness.

· Use market intelligence to adapt pricing strategies to changing market conditions.

REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

· Proven experience of handling multiple modes of freight (Air, Ocean & Road).

· Proficiency in using various systems such as Cargowise.

· Strong account and stakeholder management.

· Ability to work on own initiative and as an effective team member.

· Good time management skills, ability to prioritise workload and flexibility to work to strict deadlines.

· Strong organisation and administration skills.

· Analytical ability with good attention to detail.

· Strong communication skills with ability to communicate at all levels.

· Determined and assertive, prepared to get into the detail to understand the complex cost drivers of the business.

· Self-motivated and flexible with a positive attitude.

· Strong ethics and integrity.

· Profician.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the postholder may be required to perform other duties assigned by the Station Manager/Vice President/CEO from time to time. Subject to adequate experience and/or training.

2. To participate in the annual performance appraisal and objective setting scheme.

3. To work in accordance with all company policies including Health and Safety, Employment, Staff, Quality and Environmental.

4. It is important that during the employment with the Company and any time thereafter, that any information relating to the affairs of the Company is treated with the highest level of confidentiality.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Yearly bonus

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to Commute:

• Houston, TX (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000