Logistic Pricing Analyst (Korean Bilingual)

Sbtglobalinc; Cerritos (CA); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 83.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Sbtglobalinc is seeking a Logistics Procurement Specialist (contractor) focused on air pricing to join the Pricing team. You will manage end-to-end air freight procurement, including sourcing forwarders and airlines, RFQ/RFP processes, and negotiations of rates and capacity.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in logistics or related field and 2+ years in air freight procurement, with strong Excel-based cost analyses and market benchmarking. Travel and flexible hours may be required.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or finance.
• 2+ years in freight forwarding, 3PL, or logistics sourcing/operations focused on air freight.
• Proven experience managing RFP/RFQ processes and financial data analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end air freight procurement including sourcing forwarders and airlines.
• Manage RFQ/RFP processes and supplier quotations.
• Negotiate rates, capacity, and contract terms with carriers and forwarders.
• Coordinate with legal for transportation agreements and monitor renewal opportunities.
• Prepare procurement reports and KPI dashboards.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Finance, Legal, and Customer Service.

Conocimientos

Advanced Excel

Negotiation

Cross-functional Collaboration

Financial Analysis

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics/ Supply Chain/ Business/ Finance

Herramientas

Microsoft Excel

Power Query

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Logistics Procurement Specialist (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.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and register new logistics suppliers, including: Airlines
• Freight Forwarders
• GSA (General Sales Agents)
• 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.

Airline Procurement & Contract Management

• Source and negotiate direct agreements with airlines, including: Block Space Agreements (BSA)
• General Sales Agent (GSA) Agreements
• 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.

RFQ/RFP Management

• Develop, issue, and manage RFQ/RFP packages for existing customer accounts and new 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.

Pricing & Cost Analysis

• Analyze transportation quotations across multiple cost elements, including: Air Freight
• 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.

Procurement Strategy

• 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.

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.

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.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

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

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required (Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance preferred).
• 2+ 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 .

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.