Project Pricing Coordinator

Fracht Group - North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Houston seeks a Project Pricing Coordinator to provide competitive pricing solutions. The ideal candidate will manage quotes, coordinate with teams, and analyze costs in a dynamic environment. Strong skills in integrity, flexibility, and communication are essential for this entry-level full-time role.

Qualifications

• Excellent working knowledge of ocean freight pricing terminology.
• Experience in negotiating ocean freight pricing and trucking rates agreements/contracts.

Responsibilities

• Generate accurate and competitive quotes for project cargo clients.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners for pricing proposals.
• Negotiate pricing with carriers and manage price quotes.
• Present bid packages and follow up on quotes.
• Maintain pricing databases in the system.

Skills

Integrity

Flexibility

Communication

Problem Solving

Accountability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in logistics or equivalent experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The Project Pricing Coordinator is a key resource responsible for providing pricing solutions to customers through the sales and commercial channels. This role involves utilizing information resources regarding customer needs, historical data, market conditions, and internal targets to prepare pricing quotes and/or internal proposals. Additionally, the specialist manages internal guides for operations to coordinate shipments based on desired pricing outcomes.

Knowledge, Skills & Required

• Integrity
  Adhere to Fracht’s Core Values and Vision. Ability to operate in an open and honest manner and achieve a trusting and reliable relationship with team members, customers, and vendors. Ability to accept mistakes and learn from them without apportioning blame.
• Flexibility
  Learn and keep up to date with new developments, procedures, and regulations. Work efficiently in an environment with multiple shifting priorities.
• Communication
  Effectively listen and communicate clearly with team members, customers, and vendors. Ability to interpret and disseminate information promptly.
• Problem Solving
  Measure effectiveness in understanding problems and making timely practical decisions. Ability to work well in groups and/or individually to develop alternative solutions.
• Accountability
  Justify responsible actions and decisions to management. Be a reliable team player who can make accurate decisions with sense of urgency.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Generate accurate and competitive quotes for project cargo clients, considering all transport modes (ocean, road, rail, barge, cranes, terminals, etc.)
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to gather necessary information for pricing proposals and provide tailored solutions.
• Negotiate pricing with carriers and manage price quotes to customers, performing cost analysis as needed.
• Maintain backup data for quotes to ensure efficient handover to operations and develop relationships with carriers and other partner vendors.
• Present bid packages, follow up on quotes, and provide competitive feedback to sales and other stakeholders.
• Ensure rate filing requirements are met to company standards and organize rate filings efficiently, managing extensions, reductions, increases, free time special requirements, and commodity-specific pricing.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of freight consolidation and container loading and perform freight cost analysis, reading ocean freight rates, and general bill of lading terms.
• Maintain pricing databases in the system, attend important vendor/carrier meetings, and contribute to discussions with meaningful data and input.
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients throughout the pricing process, addressing inquiries and providing updates as needed.
• Attend client meetings, conferences, and occasional travel to job sites as required.

Education and/or Work Experience Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent working knowledge of ocean freight pricing terminology.
• Experience in negotiating ocean freight pricing and trucking rates agreements/contracts.
• Bachelor’s degree in logistics or equivalent level of experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including basic MS Word, MS Outlook, and MS Excel.

Physical Requirements

• Safely and successfully performs the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged period of time in office environment, desk setting
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. We are committed to diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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