Assistant Manager Pricing (Freight Forwarding)
Overview
Job Title: Assistant Manager Pricing (Freight Forwarding)
Industry: Logistics
Responsibilities
- Pricing & Procurement
- Negotiate competitive rates with MLOs (Main Line Operators) and NVOCCs (Non-Vessel Owning Common Carriers) at both all-India and regional levels.
- Maintain and update tariffs for worldwide destinations on booking/tariff management portals.
- Liaise with shipping lines, overseas agents, customs brokers, transport vendors, and port authorities to secure competitive pricing.
- Build and maintain long-term vendor relationships to ensure reliable supply and favorable terms.
- Support the sourcing head in developing innovative and customer-centric pricing solutions.
- Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive efficiency and cost optimization.
- Share market intelligence and identify new business opportunities across units.
- Inside Sales & Customer Engagement
- Manage inbound rate requests from customers and overseas agents, ensuring competitive and accurate quotations.
- Proactively reach out to prospective customers through calls, emails, and digital platforms to generate business leads.
- Convert qualified leads into confirmed bookings while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to align pricing strategies with customer requirements.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with customers regarding rates, services, and shipment updates.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in ocean export/import, freight forwarding, pricing, and negotiation (FCL/LCL-Sea & Air).
- In-depth knowledge of international shipping regulations and documentation.
- Proven success in negotiating with ocean carriers and logistics service providers.
- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in freight software, pricing tools, and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Skills Required
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong relationships and established contacts with major shipping lines
- Proven leadership orientation with team management experience
- Advanced negotiation skills with focus on win-win outcomes
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Strong performance focus and result-driven approach
Job Details
- Job Country: India
- Job State / U.T.: Maharashtra
- Job City: Navi Mumbai
Company Profile
- Company Name: Our Reputed Client
- About Company: The company offers end-to-end freight management and logistics solutions, including sea and air freight, warehousing, and transportation, with a focus on timely delivery and quality service.
Contact Details
- Contact Person: Preeti Gupta
- Mobile: 9106477924
- Email ID: miraclehrsolution55@gmail.com
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