Ocean Pricing Coordinator

Crane Worldwide Logistics; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Crane Worldwide Logistics in Brussels is seeking an Ocean Pricing Coordinator to be the primary contact for client import/export ocean shipping requests. This role requires building strong client relationships and negotiating with carriers to provide competitive pricing strategies.

The ideal candidate will possess at least 2 years of freight forwarding experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to develop solutions within the logistics sector.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in freight forwarding, focusing on ocean freight pricing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Demonstrated skills in negotiating and closing contracts.

Responsabilités

• Act as the primary business contact for pricing requests.
• Source logistics solutions based on client shipment parameters.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients.

Connaissances

Freight forwarding experience

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Description du poste

Crane Worldwide Logistics is a leader in supply chain solutions with over 130 locations across 30 countries providing individual services that address our client's logistics challenges.

The Ocean Pricing Coordinator acts as primary business contact for ad hoc pricing requests for client import/export ocean shipping requests. Responsible for sourcing logistics solutions based on client shipment parameters while considering the cost/service balance of all partner carriers in order to present the most competitive end to end pricing package. Builds strong relationships with clients to encourage new and repeat business opportunities.

Essential Job Functions

• B uild relationships with Crane Worldwide’s potential and existing customers.
• Communicates all aspects of Crane Worldwide’s capabilities and service offerings available to the client.
• Negotiate directly with air and ocean carriers to achieve best pricing.
• Coordinate with different departments and offices domestically and globally across the Crane Worldwide global network to build end to end logistics solutions.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with key clients, including negotiating and closing on major contracts.
• Maintain existing client base and simultaneously prospect for new clients and opportunities when possible.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience Required

• 2 years Freight forwarding experience with extensive knowledge in the pricing of complete end to end solutions for ocean freight.

Physical Requirements

• Talking, hearing and using hands to operate computer equipment.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present strategy and results to Crane Worldwide’s Senior Leadership and District Directors as needed.
• Ability to create and maintain positive relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Demonstrated skill in negotiating and closing on critical sales contracts and opportunities.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization