Pricing Executive

Dtech Information Technology And Outsourcing Priva Te Limited; Coimbatore District; Hybrid; INR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Dtech Information Technology And Outsourcing Priva Te Limited in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, invites a Freight Pricing Analyst to prepare competitive quotations for air, ocean, and multimodal shipments and to coordinate with carriers to obtain favorable rates.

The role requires strong Excel skills, knowledge of Incoterms and shipping documents, and the ability to work US night shifts while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 25 years of experience in freight forwarding pricing, preferably handling the US process.
• Experience in air freight, ocean freight (FCL/LCL), and inland transportation pricing.
• Knowledge of Incoterms, international shipping documentation, and freight forwarding operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and freight management software/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in US night shifts and manage multiple priorities under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit competitive quotations for air freight, ocean freight, and multimodal shipments.
• Coordinate with shipping lines, airlines, trucking companies, and overseas agents to obtain competitive freight rates.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and vendors to maximize profitability.
• Maintain and update freight rate databases and pricing records.
• Support the sales team by providing timely and accurate pricing for customer inquiries.
• Analyze customer requirements and recommend cost-effective transportation solutions.
• Monitor market trends, carrier rate changes, and industry updates.
• Ensure pricing complies with customer requirements, company policies, and service standards.
• Follow up on quotations and coordinate with operations to ensure a smooth shipment process.
• Prepare reports on quotations, pricing performance, and business opportunities.

Skills

Freight pricing

Excel

Negotiation

Analytics

Communication

US night shift

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit competitive quotations for air freight, ocean freight, and multimodal shipments.
• Coordinate with shipping lines, airlines, trucking companies, and overseas agents to obtain competitive freight rates.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and vendors to maximize profitability.
• Maintain and update freight rate databases and pricing records.
• Support the sales team by providing timely and accurate pricing for customer inquiries.
• Analyze customer requirements and recommend cost-effective transportation solutions.
• Monitor market trends, carrier rate changes, and industry updates.
• Ensure pricing complies with customer requirements, company policies, and service standards.
• Follow up on quotations and coordinate with operations to ensure a smooth shipment process.
• Prepare reports on quotations, pricing performance, and business opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 25 years of experience in freight forwarding pricing, preferably handling the US process.
• Experience in air freight, ocean freight (FCL/LCL), and inland transportation pricing.
• Knowledge of Incoterms, international shipping documentation, and freight forwarding operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and freight management software/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in US night shifts and manage multiple priorities under deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with NVOCCs, shipping lines, airlines, and overseas agents.
• Knowledge of import/export procedures and customs regulations.
• Strong customer service orientation and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with carriers and vendors.
• Good organizational and time management skills.