Dayton Freight Lines is looking for a Pricing Specialist in North Dayton, Ohio. This role is crucial for providing data analytic support to the Pricing team, including analyzing shipment data, logging RFPs, and preparing pricing reports. Ideal candidates will have strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with teams. The position offers a growing organizational environment with a comprehensive benefits package.
Qualifications
Strong data handling skills are crucial for analysis.
Excellent communication is necessary for interactions.
Attention to detail is essential for accurate data entry.
Responsibilities
Log and distribute RFP’s accurately.
Analyze shipment data for cost analysis.
Prepare reports for pricing comparisons.
Skills
Strong Excel / Data handling skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to communicate effectively
Familiarity with Business Intelligence tools (Tableau, Power BI, Omni)
Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Experience in transportation or logistics (preferred)
Fluent in English
Job description
Overview
Pricing Specialists are responsible for providing data analytic support to the Pricing Analysts, Pricing Manager, and VP of Pricing & Traffic.
Responsibilities
Accurately log and distribute RFP’s
Review and complete RFI’s from shippers and 3PL’s
Analyze shipment data sets and complete initial setup for cost analysis
Prepare reports that show margins, revenue, costs, and pricing comparisons
Provide administrative support to the Pricing Department
Assist the VP of Pricing and Pricing Manager with special projects
Verify rate accuracy by auditing pricing post entry and ensuring compliance with published tariffs
Log key metrics post publication
Support the analysis of customer profitability, yield, and lane performance by compiling reports and data sets
Continuously improve processes
Qualifications
Strong Excel / Data handling skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Fluent in MS Office programs
Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Familiarity with Business Intelligence tools (Tableau, Power BI, Omni)
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Experience in transportation or logistics is preferred but not required
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Fluent in English
Benefits
Stable and growing organization
Competitive weekly pay
Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
Fast-paced work environment
Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc.
Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days