Tradelane Analyst (GLOBAL REMOTE)

dbschenker; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a professional for analysis and pricing strategies in the Ocean Freight Industry. This role involves data compilation, financial reporting, and support for procurement, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in pricing operations. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills, experience in ocean freight, and advanced knowledge in data tools like Excel and Power BI.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years in ocean freight industry.
• Experience in ocean freight pricing preferred.
• Knowledge of Asia and North America port geography.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial, operational, and technical data for pricing strategies.
• Conduct rate reviews and assist in vendor negotiations.
• Maintain reporting and data integrity for internal needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical abilities

Microsoft Excel (Power User Level)

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Tools

Power BI

VBA

Python

Job description

Principal Accountabilities (The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations) :

• Creation and / or updating of quotations using service contracts, offers from Carriers / Vendors and / or by following Company’s rate guidelines.
• Develop an understanding of the pricing models and principles used to arrive at collective pricing decisions and business propositions.
• Rate and cost reviews, analysis and P&L sheets, supporting intra and inter departments.
• Assist with procurement with Carriers / Vendors, involving direct or indirect negotiations.
• Utilize and maintain reporting / data integrity for both internal and external reporting needs.
• Maintenance of centralized Revenue Management systems / data bases and other departmental database to ensure timely and accurate information.
• Prepares data for uploading into the Company’s Pricing System(s).
• Uploads, updates and maintains service providers’ contract rates and surcharges for different transportation modes into Company’s System(s).
• Access to the Pricing System(s) data base to audit the System(s) for accuracy analysis as well as to extract information for reports requested by management.
• Generates and maintains rate summary lists, commodity lists, surcharge tables.
• Generates and / or maintains historical data and reports including, but not limited to, rates, surcharges, volume of shipments.
• Assist in developing the financial tools that will result in more accurate customer profitability assessment and decision-making.
• Participate in projects and initiatives to support yield improvement and revenue growth.
• Special projects, analysis reports and projections as requested by Management.
• Occasionally works as backup for other Co-workers within Trade Department.

Knowledge and Skills :

Business Skills : Excellent communication skills and comprehension - oral and written. Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel at “Power User Level”, and have the ability to learn and use other applications. Works well with little supervision; able to function with little social interaction.

Special Knowledge : Minimum 1-3 years ocean freight industry experience. Ocean freight pricing experience is preferable. Geography of ocean ports and hubs, especially Asia and North America. Must be constantly up to date with Industry standards and general market conditions. Basic Programming (VBA, Python) and Power BI Query considered an asset.

Soft Skills : Detail-minded, analytical, and able to concentrate for extended periods of time - Excellent organizational skills. Able to meet strict deadlines in a time-sensitive, fast-paced environment.

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

Position Description Summary :

Accumulate, analyze and report on a variety of financial, operational, and / or technical data used in the decision-making process to arrive at profitable pricing strategies in the Ocean Freight Industry. Perform analysis to determine impact on company performance from their specific functional area of expertise. Identify and implement projects that improve and / or automate current processes. Monitors competitive activity, and identifies customer needs.

Accommodation and Commitment to Equity :

Schenker of Canada is proudly committed to ensuring equitable hiring practices and believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on his or her own merit. Schenker of Canada strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free and will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If you are selected to participate in our recruitment process, please inform either the recruiter or the hiring manager of the nature of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

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