Job Description
The Logistics Transportation Pricing Analyst is responsible for analyzing the current market conditions and economic situations, continuously evaluating the efficiency of the surface transportation sector's internal cost route by route. Leveraging this analysis, the analyst will play a pivotal role in optimizing transportation pricing strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency in our logistics operations.
- Transportation Data Analytics:
- Conducting internal and external transportation data analytics and cost research to support carrier negotiation.
- Carrier Negotiations:
- Negotiating the cost of transporting raw materials and finished goods.
- Coordinating transport activities, ensuring efficient communication, and completing necessary paperwork.
- RFP Administration:
- Conducting internal and external RFQ data analysis and cost research for carrier sourcing.
- Obtain quotes from different suppliers and negotiate price, quantity, terms, and conditions with transportation brokers/carriers
- Contract Administration:
- Work with the legal team to ensure all conditions regarding the business are met in the contract.
- Administer the company’s internal procurement system during the sourcing process.
- Supplier Evaluation and Comparison:
- Evaluate suppliers’ quotes and compile a detailed assessment of cost element breakdowns.
- Maintain quote comparison with financial simulation and provide data for freight forwarder/carrier selection