Pricing Analyst

YOUR ROLE
Negotiate with Ground carriers to secure most competitive rate and service as part of overall global Ground core carrier and/or project cargo strategy. Provide rates to internal customers in timely manner. Complete related carrier strategy and tracking projects as required.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Analyze Request for Quote material from internal customers to determine structure for strategy to support business need from Ground Product perspective.
• Develop strategy and negotiate with Ground carriers to secure most competitive rate for specific trade lanes.
• Present strategy with industry trend background information to upper management and final rate to upper management for approval.
• Prepare and file contracts internally ensuring all applicable steps and back up material in order.
• Utilize internal systems (rate tables, contract management systems, etc) to retrieve current and benchmark requests for new Ground rates.
• Complete carriers spend tracking and global carrier strategy projects in timely manner.
• Become Subject Matter Expert in area of responsibility for relevant industry trends including carrier rate actions, general rate increases (GRIs), fuel which influence rates.
• Integrate Ground carrier supply and demand, competitor actions, and other capacity related factors into rate decisions.
• Prepare and update carrier profiles and matrix reports in support of global core and/or project carrier strategy and carrier management.
• Work closely as member of Corporate Team with Business Development personnel.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• High School Degree or GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or other related discipline preferred: or equivalent combination of work experience and education, and/or completion of the LDP Program.
• Minimum three to four years job related experience.
• Minimum three years industry experience in procurement or sourcing of transport, logistics or supply chain management preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of the Ground products line and services.
• Experienced in strategy development of competitive rates for specific trade lanes.
• Demonstrated skill in effective negotiations.
• Experience in contract preparation and the requirements for FMC filings.
• Familiar with internal systems (rate tables, contract management systems, etc) to retrieve current and benchmark requests for new Ground rates.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry trends including carrier rate actions, general rate increases (GRIs), and fuels which influence rates.
• Ability to analyze and integrate Ground carrier supply and demand, competitor actions, and other capacity related factors into rate decisions.
• Strong financial analytical skills with experience in performing quantitative statistical analysis, simulation models, and mathematical models..
• Proficient in the use of analytical techniques such as statistical probability distribution, correlation, data sampling and relating sets of numbers.
• Ability to generate error-free reports, charts, and graphs.
• Demonstrated positive, competitive, confident personality with strongly developed persuasive skills and a customer-focused orientation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment to achieve results, or work independently with little or no supervision.
• Must be adaptable to changing needs of client(s) and goals of Company.
• Effective planning and organizational skills to schedule appointments appropriately and to meet reporting deadlines.
• Effective follow-up skills.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let's work together to help you find your new role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (how about sales or supply chain?) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

CEVA operates in a multicultural, global environment and is a richly diverse organization operating seamlessly as one company. We aim to attract, motivate and retain the best people in our industry, whatever their background. We share the same passion to deliver world-class solutions to our customers. We have the best supply chain professionals in the industry and develop this talent in an inspiring work environment.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: firstname.lastname@cevalogistics.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.

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Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage.
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.