Freight Pricing Manager

Are you passionate about logistics and pricing? We’re seeking a Freight Pricing Specialist to join our team. As a key player, you’ll handle competitive quotations, optimise buying decisions, and ensure smooth operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have experience in freight forwarding, we’d love to hear from you!

Role Information and Benefits

Working Hours: 08:30-17:00, Monday to Friday

Breaks: 1-hour lunch break

Holiday Allowance: 33 days per annum

Pension: Auto-enroll 3% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution

Parking Space: Yes

Hybrid Work: While there is no onsite work, we allow for some home working after the probation period.

Other Benefits:

• 2x DIS (Discounted Insurance Scheme)
• Health Cash Plan (available after probation)
• Discounts with Aberdein Considine

Position Responsibilities: As a Pricing Specialist, you will be responsible for the following:

1. Client Onboarding:
   
   • Assist in the smooth transition of new clients to our services.
   • Work closely with the Sales team to maintain positive client relationships.
2. System Proficiency:
   
   • Be fully conversant with all in-house systems.
   • Ensure accurate and complete entry of consignment and client information into the system.
3. Performance Metrics:
   
   • Meet monthly KPIs and billing requirements promptly.
4. Quotations and Intelligent Buying:
   
   • Provide competitive quotations to customers and overseas offices.
   • Demonstrate intelligent buying practices.
5. Issue Resolution:
   
   • Resolve day-to-day issues with clients and vendors, including issuing NCRs.
   • Provide feedback on operational issues to the Manager for further business development.
6. Compliance and Dangerous Goods:
   
   • Understand the Compliance Programme.
   • Ensure compliance with Dangerous Goods procedures for successful exports.
7. Client Support:
   
   • Advise clients on importing/exporting cargoes.
   • Follow client Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
8. Customs and Supplier Relations:
   
   • Resolve departmental issues with Customs and third parties.
   • Compare costs between suppliers and negotiate for the best deals.
9. Client Tenders:
   
   • Participate in the completion of client tenders.

Selection Criteria – Essential: To excel in this role, you should possess the following:

• Positive and outgoing attitude, committed to improvements and change.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• High accuracy in checking and processing information.
• Ability to build good relationships with clients, colleagues, and vendors.
• Experience in freight forwarding/logistics/supply chain.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Familiarity with handling Dangerous Goods.
• Comprehensive understanding of Export Regimes and Customs Tariff.
• Familiarity with Lloyds Loading List, OAG Flight Guide, and Croner’s Export Guide.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.