Korean Speaking Logistics Pricing Analyst

EchoLink; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EchoLink is seeking a highly analytical Logistics Pricing Analyst (contract, on-site) in Plano, TX to lead air freight pricing across Samsung and non-Samsung portfolios.

You will own end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing forwarders and airlines, negotiating rates, and building cost models with advanced Excel skills. This role requires strong negotiation, market insight, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in logistics, supply chain, business, or finance.
• 4+ years of experience in freight forwarding, 3PL, or logistics sourcing/operations with focus on Air Freight.
• Proven experience managing RFP/RFQ processes and financial data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and supplier management for airlines, freight forwarders, and handling agents.
• Negotiate air freight rates, capacity, and contract terms with carriers.
• Develop RFQ/RFP packages and manage competitive bidding events.
• Perform landed cost and total logistics cost analyses.
• Prepare procurement reports, KPI dashboards, and supplier performance metrics.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, Legal, and Sales to implement pricing strategies.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Financial data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance

Tools

Power Query

Microsoft Excel

Job description

* We do not consider any applicants without the required language skills.

Type: Contract, Full-Time, On-Site

Job Description

We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Logistics Pricing Analyst (contractor) specializing in Air Pricing to join our Pricing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for air freight, including sourcing forwarders and airlines, managing RFQs, negotiating competitive rates, and securing strategic capacity.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the air freight market, exceptional negotiation skills, and advanced Excel capabilities to analyze complex financial data for both corporate (Samsung) and third-party (Non-Samsung) business portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

(1) Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and register new logistics suppliers, including:
• Airlines
• CFS (Container Freight Stations)
• Air Cargo Handling Agents
• Drayage and Intermodal Carriers
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with logistics service providers.
• Conduct supplier capability assessments, performance evaluations, and risk analysis.
• Maintain supplier database and vendor qualification records.

(2) Airline Procurement & Contract Management

• Source and negotiate direct agreements with airlines, including:
• Block Space Agreements (BSA)
• Special Rate Agreements (SPA) where applicable
• Negotiate transportation rates, capacity allocations, service commitments, payment terms, and contractual conditions.
• Coordinate with Legal to review, finalize, and execute transportation agreements.
• Monitor contract compliance, expiration dates, and renewal opportunities.

(3) RFQ/RFP Management

• Develop, issue, and manage RFQ/RFP packages for:
• Non-Samsung business opportunities
• Collect, organize, and validate supplier quotations.
• Coordinate competitive bidding events among multiple logistics providers.
• Ensure RFQ submissions comply with procurement standards and customer requirements.
• Fuel Surcharge
• Security Charges
• Terminal Handling Charges
• Documentation Fees
• Pick-up & Delivery
• Customs Brokerage
• DG Charges
• Accessorial Charges
• Build financial simulations and cost comparison models.
• Perform landed cost and total logistics cost analysis.
• Conduct market benchmarking for air freight rates, carrier capacity, and transit times.
• Recommend optimal carrier and forwarder selections based on cost, service, and operational performance.
• Develop procurement strategies to improve competitiveness and achieve cost savings.
• Identify sourcing opportunities through market research and industry benchmarking.
• Evaluate market trends, airline capacity, and seasonal pricing fluctuations.
• Support annual procurement initiatives and carrier sourcing events.

(6) Business Development Support

• Partner with Sales to develop competitive logistics solutions for customers.
• Recommend transportation strategies that improve customers' supply chain performance.
• Support implementation of new business opportunities by coordinating with operations and procurement teams.
• Assist in preparing pricing proposals for customer bids and tenders.

(7) Procurement Systems & Reporting

• Administer internal procurement and quotation management systems.
• Maintain sourcing documentation and procurement records.
• Prepare procurement reports, KPI dashboards, and supplier performance metrics.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.

(8) Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
• Operations
• Finance
• Legal
• Customer Service
• Global Procurement
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and pricing processes.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required (Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance preferred).
• 4+ years of experience in freight forwarding, 3PL, or logistics sourcing/operations, with a strict focus on Air Freight.
• Proven, hands-on experience managing RFP/RFQ processes and conducting financial data analysis.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel: Must be comfortable handling large-scale quotation and cost analysis using complex formulas, Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation, VLOOKUP, COUNTIF, SUMIF, and Power Query
• Strong problem-solving mindset and sharp negotiation tactics.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional global teams.

Work Adaptability & Travel

• Ability to thrive and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work additional hours, weekends, or holidays outside of regularly scheduled business hours when required to meet critical business needs.
• Travel: Willingness to travel up to 20% for business-related needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working directly within a major Freight Forwarder, Broker Company, or 3PL.