Student Worker,Pricing&Supply Chain Administration

ArcBest; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

ArcBest in Fort Smith, AR seeks a detail-oriented administrative support role to assist Pricing and Supply Chain Engineers and Managers with contracts, bids, and document management.

You will help prepare contracts after legal review, maintain files, process BID PPMs, convert documents, and support coverage during absences in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Logistics Management, or a related field. Required
• No prior experience necessary
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and able to create/update spreadsheets and reports

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing new contracts after legal review for customer signatures.
• Maintain contract files, distribute contract changes, and image contracts into TIPS.
• Process incoming BID PPMs, audit bid due dates, and review bid materials for completeness.
• Process change form requests to move, cancel, or merge pricing.
• Convert hard-copy and non-editable documents into editable formats.
• Support maintenance of coverage assignments for engineers during absences.
• Monitor shared Pricing and Bid inboxes to ensure timely responses.
• Collaborate with team to achieve department goals.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Logistics Management, or related field

Tools

Tariff Item Page System (TIPS)

Job description

Job Description

This position assists Pricing and Supply Chain Engineers and Managers through a variety of administrative and operational support activities. Responsibilities may vary based on business needs, experience level, and training received.

Essential Functions

• Assist with preparing new contracts after legal review for presentation to customers for signature.
• Assist with maintaining contract files, distribute contract changes, and image contracts and other documents into the Tariff Item Page System (TIPS).
• Assist with processing incoming BID PPMs from internal and external customers, audit bid due dates, review bid materials for completeness, access customer websites to ensure compliance with legal requirements, and obtain bid documents.
• Assist with processing change form requests to move, cancel, or merge pricing.
• Convert hard-copy and non-editable electronic documents into editable formats.
• Support the maintenance of coverage assignments for Engineers during planned and unplanned absences.
• Monitor shared Pricing and Bid email inboxes to ensure timely responses and support the processing of contract and bid-related requests.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment to accomplish department goals.
• Maintain a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Other duties and projects, as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Business, Business Administration, Supply Chain Logistics Management, or a related field. Required

Experience

• No prior experience necessary.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain spreadsheets and reports.

Additional Requirements

• Superior analytical and multitasking skills.

Other Details

Compensation:

• This is an hourly position paid biweekly.

About Us

ArcBest is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that's helped businesses build better supply chains for over a century. With 14,000+ employees across 250 campuses and service centers, we connect owned assets, a broad brokerage network and innovative technology to deliver end-to-end supply chain solutions for customers around the world.

Our people make the difference. From customer service and operations to technology, sales and logistics professionals, every employee plays a role in supporting customers and solving complex logistics challenges. It's the kind of people-first culture that's earned recognition as a Best Company to Work For by U.S. News & World Report and one of America's Best Employers for Company Culture by Forbes.

At ArcBest, you're part of a team grounded in our core values: Creativity, Integrity, Collaboration, Growth, Excellence and Wellness. Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact.