Ocean Freight Pricing Specialist M / F

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Operational activities - Freight Administration

Job title

Ocean Freight Pricing Specialist M / F

Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)

45 Hours per a week

Job description

Work closely with sales teams and network agents to prepare accurate and competitive quotations promptly.

Reach out to shipping lines, inland haulage companies, network agents, or any necessary service provider partners to gather freight offers based on the destination and transit time requirements provided in requests.

Keep the pricing database up-to-date and submit related monthly reports accurately and on time.

Actively address and solve issues related to the pricing process, including freight, location, and equipment problems.

Develop and continuously expand a local network of carriers and a global network of agents to ensure optimal routes, pricing, and other freight options for customers.

Establish and maintain good relationships with existing and potential suppliers and conduct visits when necessary.

Applicant's profile

• At least 2 years of ocean freight pricing experience.
• Effective communication in English
• Responsible, attentive, solution-focused and team-oriented
• Good time management skills to stay on top of multiple deadlines for multiple bids in parallel.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to properly engage with regional and country stakeholders and pricing teams of different cultural backgrounds.
• Strong analytical mind ideally paired with operational experience to analyze customer requirements and be able to quickly understand the requests.
• Proven ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Microsoft Office proficient.
• Proficient with Cargo Wise software or open to learn.

Working time (%)

Position location

Position place

Europe, Turkey, ?stanbul

Location

Istanbul

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Years of experience in similar position

Junior (1 to 5 years of experience)

Languages

English (Intermediate)