Pricing Analyst, Sea Freight, Malaysia

Job Req Number: 88972

Time Type: Full Time

Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of Pricing Seafreight is to support the growth of trade lanes and product development and procure best possible seafreight rates, including local transportation and other charges in view of carriers capacity and service agreements.

Key Tasks

Pricing Strategy

• Support the Pricing & Trade Lane strategy and execute the pricing strategy for branch.
• Develop expansion of the targeted trade lanes (volumes, revenues and gross profit)
• Generate required reports and share market information with Pricing Manager.
• Interlock between Product and Commercial for any matters concerning rates and market information.
• Give full visibility of proposed selling rates & provide general support to Product and Commercial to ensure profitable new business growth on RFI/RFP/RFQ.
• Coordination of data gathering with internal and external parties.
• Challenge and validate the proposed Rates from overseas stations.
• Maintenance of buy/sell rates in alignment with Product and Commercial.
• Participate in carrier/vendor meetings
  
  
  

Procurement Strategy

• Execute against Procurement Strategy
• Full compliance with Carriers and Procurement Strategy
• Source and attend to rates request from Product, Commercial teams and network offices/agents pertaining to Seafreight / Transportation / other Sea related services.
• Rates negotiation, maintenance and distribution to relevant parties.
• Participate monthly/quarterly performance review meetings with carriers/vendors
• Negotiate master conditions and ensure best possible ocean rates including charges closely linked to the Seafreight transport, capacity and service agreements and related incentives
• Develop and maintain contract standards
• Ensure that capacity agreements are maintained in the respective systems
• Provide pricing support to Regional Product organizations
• Create and maintain buying rate visibility by implementing rate database with company standard
  
  
  

General Management

• Maintaining rates in the system
• Control/monitor adherence of procurement to agreed procurement standards
• Delivering a high performing service culture
• Keep abreast of industry changes, carrier/market situations and customer requirements; and update/share with Pricing manager accordingly
• Establish and maintain a working rapport with Commercial / Product by providing prompt and strong support on rate enquiries
  
  
  

Competencies

• Knowledge of the Seafreight industry
• Operational know-how (Customer- & Operational Service functions)
• Local laws and regulations
• Overall understanding of business processes and interdependencies
• Analytical skills and problem solving.
• Team player
• Pro-active with positive and resilient attitude
• Meticulous, independent and able to perform under pressure
• Able to multi-task, set priorities and meeting tight deadlines
• Able to handle difficult situations amicably
• Willing to learn and share knowledge with the team
• Good integrity and credibility
• Experience in sea freight pricing, knowledge of pricing instruction and quote processes
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Understanding of shipping Incoterms and protocols
• Able to work independently with little direction
• Adaptable to any changes
  
  
  

Experience & Education

• Diploma in Business Administration/Economics/Logistics or freight forwarding apprenticeship
• Minimum 2 years of industry experience either on the forwarder or carrier side
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel)
• Microsoft Office Software (Word, PowerPoint and others)
  
  
  

DSV – Global transport and logistics

DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. You’ll join a talented team of approximately 75,000 employees in over 80 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature’s terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we’ll support you and your need to achieve your potential and forward your career.

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