Supervisor, International Pricing

Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines’ extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch.

We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Job referral bonus program
• Position Pay Range $80,000.00-$90,000.00 annually
  
  
  

This position will oversee the EFW International Pricing Department. The Supervisor, International Pricing is responsible for developing and implementing pricing models to set competitive prices and achieve company revenue goals. This role will also include heavy involvement in New Hire training and ongoing training for current International Quote Department.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Responsible for managing and developing the continued growth of the International Pricing Department.
• Responsible for monitoring, reporting, and analyzing all freight quotes and looking for opportunities to lower cost and gain transportation efficiency.
• Continually analyze data to develop transportation improvements.
• Responsible for finalizing and presenting customer rate packages as needed.
• Analyze Request for Quote material from internal customers to determine structure for strategy to support business needs.
• Conduct ongoing analysis of new/prior client’s freight rates for profitability and operation.
• Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Skills And Abilities

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access).
• Minimum five years’ experience in International Freight Forwarding operations, and quoting.
• Proven competence to communicate clearly and persuasively with all levels of an organization.
• Must be a self-starter and able to thrive in a very fast-paced environment with little direction.
• A team player with a high level of energy and self-motivation.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials, as well as establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent spelling, grammar, and written/oral communication skills.
• Maintain stable performance under pressure with the ability to handle stress well.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects and set priorities.
• Ability to read and interpret complex business and/or technical documents, including RFQ.
• Ability to write comprehensive reports and detailed business correspondence.
• Ability to work with managers or directors and communicate ambiguous concepts.
• Ability to present to groups across the organization.
• Ability to solve problems with a variety of concrete variables through semi-standardized solutions.
• Ability to draw inferences and follow prescribed and detailed procedures to solve moderately complex problems.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• At this time, EFW will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
• EFW prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check.
• EFW offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.
  
  
  

SUPERVISION

Position functions semi-autonomously and directly supervises 1-10 employees. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education/Experience

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 5 years minimum of Operational experience working for an International Freight Forwarder. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

None Required.

Travel

Periodic travel up to 5% required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Typically sitting at a desk or table. Intermittently sitting, standing, walking or stooping.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Normal office situation.

EFW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.