Pricing Specialist

Shipco Transport Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Benefits Account

Wellness Program

401(k) Matching

Job summary

Scan-Shipping USA is seeking a Pricing Specialist in Long Beach, CA to deliver timely, competitive air, LCL/FCL, and domestic rates. You will generate quotes for projects and regular RFQs, collaborating with internal teams and customers to ensure accurate pricing.

The role requires deep knowledge of freight rates, incoterms, and carrier options, with frequent use of TMS and rate tools. Strong communication and vendor evaluation skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of import/export air freight, carriers, aircraft types, rate structures, and how to calculate chargeable weight.
• Knowledge of import/export LCL, cubic meters, weight/measure, carrier lanes, and correct CFS handling.
• Familiarity with Incoterms and FCL space calculations.
• Understanding of container sizes and domestic trucking services.
• Ability to review offers/proposals from vendors and partners.

Responsibilities

• To assist Scan-Shipping USA with timely and competitive rates for air, domestic, LCL, FCL, and project cargo.
• Generate air export & Import quotes in Phoenix based on overseas requests.
• Generate LCL and FCL Import & Export quotes in Phoenix based on overseas requests.
• Provide domestic rates via the TMS system, Domestic services, or spot rates.
• Generate Project quotes in Phoenix based on overseas requests.
• Regular internal and external customer contact as required.
• Regular use of all Scan-Shippings operational systems and online tools.
• Regular internal contact with colleagues as required.Participate in RFQ’s when necessary.

Skills

Air Freight Knowledge

LCL/FCL Knowledge

Incoterms

Rate Structures

Tariffs

Domestic Trucking

Vendor Offers Analysis

Job description

Pricing Specialist

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Long Beach

Reporting To: William Troy

Compensation: $30.00 / hour

Description

As a global service provider, we offer a complete portfolio of shipping and logistics services, including Air Freight, Ocean Freight, Rail and Road Transport, Projects, and Warehousing. We are a global team of 300 colleagues spread over 30+ offices in Asia, Africa, North America, and Europe, representing a culturally diverse workforce. We want to make a difference by always striving for the best solution for our customers. Being passionate about people and teamwork, we truly believe in the importance of strong personal relationships. Scan-Shipping is part of the privately owned Scan-Group, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. Today, the group’s companies span shipping and logistics, technology, as well as the leisure industry.

Scan-Shipping has an immediate opening at our Los Angeles branch located in Long Beach, CA, for an experienced Pricing Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

• To assist Scan-Shipping USA with timely and competitive rates for air, domestic, LCL, FCL, and project cargo.
• Generate air export & Import quotes in Phoenix based on overseas requests.
• Generate LCL and FCL Import & Export quotes in Phoenix based on overseas requests.
• Provide domestic rates via the TMS system, Domestic services, or spot rates.
• Generate Project quotes in Phoenix based on overseas requests.
• Regular internal and external customer contact as required.
• Regular use of all Scan-Shippings operational systems and online tools.
• Regular internal contact with colleagues as required.Participate in RFQ’s when necessary.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Knowledge of import and export air freight services, carriers, aircraft types, rate structures, and carrier hubs, with the ability to calculate chargeable weight and identify which aircraft cargo would fit into.
• Knowledge of import and export LCL services, how to calculate cubic meters, weight and measure, carrier lanes, and the proper origin and destination CFS’s.
• Incoterms.
• Knowledge of import and export FCL services, how to calculate space requirements, carrier lanes, and the proper origin and destination ramps/ports.
• Understanding of container sizes.
• Understanding of domestic trucking and services.
• Understanding of rate tables, tariffs and what rates would apply per service/products.
• Ability to procure, review, and analyze offers/proposals thoroughly from various vendors and partners.

Benefits

We offer a positive and friendly atmosphere with opportunities for advancement and personal growth. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance. We also offer a flexible benefits account, an optional wellness program, and a matching 401(k) plan.

Scan-Shipping is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences.