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Project Pricing Supervisor

Fracht USA
Posted 3 months ago, valid for 13 days
Location

Houston, TX 77203, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Pricing Supervisor position requires a minimum of 4 years of pricing experience in logistics and freight forwarding.
  • The role involves providing pricing support to the operations team by preparing quotes and managing internal guides for shipments.
  • Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to solve problems effectively.
  • A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor's degree in logistics considered a plus.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.



POSITION OVERVIEW



The Pricing Supervisor is a key resource to provide pricing support to the operations team. The Pricing Supervisor uses information resources regarding customer needs, historical data, market conditions, and internal targets to prepare pricing quotes and/or internal proposals regarding pricing. Will manage internal guides for operations to manage shipments based on desired pricing outcomes. 



KNOWLEDGE SKILLS REQURED


 

Integrity 

Adhere to Fracht’s Core Values and Vision. Ability to operate in an open and honest manner and achieve a trusting and reliable relationship with team members, customers, and vendors. Ability to accept mistakes and learn from them without apportioning blame. 


Flexibility 

Learn and keep up to date with new developments, procedures, and regulations. Work efficiently in an environment with multiple shifting priorities.


 

Communication 

Effectively listen and communicate clearly with team members, customers, and vendors. Ability to interpret and disseminate information promptly. 


Problem Solving Measure effectiveness in understanding problems and making timely practical decisions. Ability to work well in groups and/or individually to develop alternative solutions. 


Accountability 

Justify responsible actions and decisions to management. Be a reliable team player who can make accurate decisions with sense of urgency.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES



  • Participates in all phases of projects through design, planning, and scheduling to include negotiating, pricing, and bidding on projects. 
  • Manages transfer of project pricing details to operations team in accordance with the department’s sales to operation handover SOP. 
  • Works in tandem with operations team to ensure a project is completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with commercial/pricing provisions. 
  • Maintains a high level of communications with customers/subcontractors. 
  • Maintains superior relationships with customers and subcontractors to meet project goals and to establish/maintain future business opportunities. 
  • Works efficiently and professionally within a team environment to maximize profits by 
     minimizing potential for error and up-selling of services. 
  • Maintains regular discussion with upper management involving client changes and improvements are expected. 
  • Manages relationships with internal and external customers, as well as various vendors throughout the transport industry. 
  • Responsible for integrating vendors, internal and external customers while providing a professional reliable and efficient communication line between Fracht, the customer, and the sub-contractor. 
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Train pricing supervisors/specialists/coordinators on all job tasks, as necessary.
  • Manage tenders/RFP/RFI submissions.
  • Delegate responsibilities to other pricing specialists/coordinators, if required.
  • Other duties as assigned.



EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED


  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Excellent working knowledge of ocean freight pricing terminology
  • Experience in negotiating Ocean freight pricing and trucking rates agreements/contracts
  • Bachelor’s degree in logistics or equal level by experience a plus.
  • 4+ years of pricing experience in logistics and freight forwarding. 
  • MS Office and other IT skills: basic MS Word, MS Outlook, and MS Excel.



PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


  • Safely and successfully performs the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
  • Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
  • Must be able to sit for prolonged period of time in office environment, desk setting.
  • Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.

 

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. We are committed to diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 





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