Pricing & Procurement Analyst

M W Logistics Llc; Dallas (TX); In loco; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

MW Logistics Llc in Dallas, TX is seeking a Strategic Pricing & Procurement Analyst to own pricing analytics, bid management, and customer pricing while also supporting carrier procurement to strengthen our transportation network. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with the ability to build carrier relationships, negotiate competitive rates, and support strategic growth initiatives.

This full-time, in-office role requires advanced Excel, Power BI, and experience with

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• 2–4 years in transportation pricing, logistics, carrier procurement, or operations.
• 3PL or carrier procurement experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with TMS, CRM platforms, and Power BI preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP).

Mansioni

• Organize and prioritize customer RFPs and ensure bid data is accurate.
• Manage bid lifecycle from RFP to contract implementation.
• Analyze opportunities to develop competitive, profitable pricing.
• Provide timely spot quotes to maximize revenue while remaining competitive.
• Create and maintain pricing reports, dashboards, and BI reporting.
• Support pricing strategy through data analysis and market trends.
• Develop carrier partnerships and negotiate rates to balance service and profitability.
• Monitor carrier performance and ensure compliance with insurance and regulatory standards.

Conoscenze

Excel (Advanced)

Power BI

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

CRM platforms

Formazione

Bachelor's degree (Business/Supply Chain/Logistics/Finance/Economics)

Strumenti

TMS

CRM platforms

Descrizione del lavoro

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Full Time Dallas, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1043

Strategic Pricing & Procurement Analyst

MW Logistics is currently positioning itself for continued growth and is seeking aStrategic Pricing & Procurement Analyst to join our team.

This role is primarily responsible for customer pricing, bid management, and pricing analytics while also supporting carrier procurement efforts to strengthen our transportation network. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with the ability to build carrier relationships, negotiate competitive transportation rates, and support strategic growth initiatives.

Core Responsibilities

Pricing & Analytics (Primary Focus)

• Organize and prioritize customer RFP requests within CRM and ensure all bid data is accurate and current.
• Manage the bid lifecycle including RFP preparation, pricing, customer awards, and contract implementation.
• Analyze customer bid opportunities using internal and external market intelligence to develop competitive and profitable pricing strategies.
• Work closely with Operations and Sales to provide timely spot quotes that maximize revenue while remaining competitive.
• Create, maintain, and analyze pricing reports, dashboards, audits, and business intelligence reporting.
• Support pricing strategy development through data analysis, market trends, and profitability reviews.
• Manage daily spot quote activity, responding to customer requests with competitive, profitable pricing while meeting customer response time expectations.
• Ensure customer contracts, tariffs, and pricing information remain accurate and are effectively communicated across the organization.

Carrier Development & Procurement (Secondary Focus)

• Recruit, qualify, and onboard new carrier partners to support network growth.
• Build and maintain strong carrier relationships to improve capacity, service, and long-term partnerships.
• Negotiate carrier rates while balancing service quality, capacity, and profitability.
• Maintain an active carrier pipeline and assist with strategic carrier sourcing initiatives.
• Monitor transportation market conditions and provide carrier and market intelligence to support pricing decisions.
• Assist with carrier participation during customer RFPs and bid events.
• Track carrier performance and collaborate with Operations to address service issues and improve KPIs.
• Ensure carriers meet company compliance requirements including insurance, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, and Procurement to support customer growth and operational excellence.
• Identify opportunities to improve pricing processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Professional Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in transportation pricing, logistics, carrier procurement, or transportation operations.
• Transportation or third-party logistics (3PL) experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding customer and company information.
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), CRM platforms, and Microsoft Power BI preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, formulas, data analysis).

Characteristics for Success

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Relationship builder who communicates effectively with both customers and carrier partners.
• Solution-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong negotiation and critical thinking skills.
• Results-driven with a focus on profitability, service, and operational excellence.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Eager to expand knowledge across pricing, procurement, and transportation operations.

Office Requirements

• Hours: In-office, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch scheduled between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
• As a 24/7/365 transportation operation, occasional after-hours, weekend, or holiday support may be required based on business needs.
• Physical Requirements: Sedentary work involving prolonged sitting, occasional standing or walking, and lifting up to 10 pounds.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Procurement and Pricing: 4 years (Required)
• Power BI: 4 years (Required)
• carrier onboarding and rate negotiation: 4 years (Required)
• logistics/transportation RFP quote: 4 years (Required)