Ocean Pricing Analyst

Crane Worldwide Logistics; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Incentive Plan

136 hours of Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition and Rewards Program

Paid Volunteer Time

Employee Discounts

Wellness Incentives

Job summary

Crane Worldwide Logistics in Itasca, Illinois, seeks a professional to manage ocean freight pricing requests. This role requires excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills to provide competitive pricing solutions.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, with preference for a bachelor's degree, and have at least two years of relevant experience. Benefits include a Quarterly Incentive Plan, generous Paid Time Off, excellent medical benefits, and more.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in ocean pricing.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare responses to ocean freight pricing requests.
• Negotiate and procure rates with carriers.
• Stay current on industry trends for pricing decisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Analytical abilities

Strategic mindset

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

WebCargo

SharePoint

Outlook

Job description

Responsibilities

• Quote Management: Prepare and respond to spot and long‑term ocean freight pricing requests (FCL/LCL) within approved thresholds, providing best‑fit solutions and market‑driven pricing.
• Provide pricing support to the U.S. organization for global ocean opportunities in alignment with thresholds established by the Ocean Product Director.
• Process agent requests for U.S. export shipments, ensuring accuracy and timely turnaround.
• Negotiate and procure rates with carriers and co‑loaders for applicable volumes within approved thresholds, as needed.
• Collaborate with overseas colleagues and agents to develop complete end‑to‑end pricing.
• Maintain WebCargo – Catapult and internal pricing modules to ensure accurate status updates and reporting.
• Stay current on industry trends and ocean product updates (weekly and monthly) to support competitive pricing decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with sound analytical abilities.
• Strategic mindset with strong business analysis capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and related productivity tools.
• Working knowledge of other software as needed (e.g., WebCargo, SharePoint, Outlook).

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in ocean pricing.

Physical Requirements

• Talking, hearing and using hands to operate computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
• Job may require regular and punctual attendance as well as presence on‑site at the assigned work location

Benefits

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off (equivalent to 17 days), which can be used for Sick Time or Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause close to your heart and contribute to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives up to $100 per year for completing challenges, plus a discount on contribution rates

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