Logistic Pricing Analyst (Korean Bilingual)

SBT Global, Inc.; Cerritos (CA); Presencial; USD 44 000 - 48 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

SBT Global, Inc. is seeking a highly analytical Logistics Procurement Specialist (contractor) to join the pricing team in Plano, TX. The role focuses on end-to-end air freight procurement, sourcing forwarders and airlines, managing RFQs, and negotiating rates for strategic capacity.

Key responsibilities include strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive procurement efficiency and cost savings. Travel may be required up to 20%.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance.
• 2+ years in freight forwarding, 3PL, or logistics sourcing/operations with focus on Air Freight.
• Hands-on experience managing RFQ/RFP processes and financial data analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Strategic sourcing and supplier management for air logistics providers.
• Negotiate rates, capacity, and terms with airlines and forwarders; coordinate with Legal on agreements.
• Develop RFQ/RFP packages; manage quotations and competitive bidding events.
• Perform landed cost analyses and cost benchmarking for air freight.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Legal to improve procurement processes.

Conhecimentos

Air Freight

RFQ/RFP

Negotiation

Excel analysis

Formação académica

Bachelor’s Degree

Ferramentas

MS Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Contract

Company Description

Contract Period:1 yr.

Pay rate : ~$31.77~35/h

Work Location: Plano,TX

Job Description

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.
• 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.
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• 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.

Qualifications

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.

Additional Information

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