Sr. Pricing Analyst

Overview

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees across 1,500 sites, we are a Top 5 global 3PL. We are committed to engaging and empowering a diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport.

We offer a dynamic work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

Pay Range: $89,680 - $112,100

YOUR ROLE

Responsible for negotiating to secure the most competitive rate and service as part of the overall global contract logistics strategy. Provide rates to internal customers in a timely manner. Complete related carrier strategy and tracking projects as required. Function as lead to other analysts and specialists in the department. Model and act in accordance with our guiding principles and core values.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Analyze Request for Quote material from internal customers to determine structure for strategy to support business needs from Contract Logistics Product perspective.
• Develop strategy and negotiate with ocean carriers to secure the most competitive rate for specific trade lanes.
• Present strategy with industry trend background information to upper management and present final rate for approval.
• Prepare and file contracts internally and with FMC, ensuring all applicable steps and backup material are in order.
• Utilize internal systems (rate tables, contract management systems, etc.) to retrieve current and benchmark requests for new ocean rates.
• Complete carrier spend tracking and global carrier strategy projects in a timely manner.
• Become Subject Matter Expert in the area of responsibility for relevant industry trends including carrier rate actions, general rate increases (GRIs) and fuel, which influence rates. Integrate ocean carrier supply and demand, competitor actions and other capacity-related factors into rate decisions.
• Prepare and update carrier profiles and matrix reports in support of global core or project carrier strategy and carrier management.
• Work closely as a member of the Corporate Team with Business Development personnel.
• Function as lead to other analysts and specialists in the department.
• Keep abreast of emerging technology changes and innovations through formal or informal study, reading business and professional publications, networking, and participation in professional organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to generate error-free reports, charts and graphs and write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry trends including carrier rate actions, GRIs, and fuels which influence rates. Ability to analyze and integrate ocean carrier supply and demand, competitor actions, and other capacity-related factors into rate decisions.
• Strong financial analytical skills with experience in performing quantitative statistical analysis, simulation models, and mathematical models. Proficient in analytical techniques such as statistical probability distributions, correlation, data sampling and relating sets of numbers.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and specific job-related software applications.
• Capable of communicating and interacting effectively with multi-functional and diverse backgrounds and ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, employees, customers and vendors. Ability to lead, mentor and coach other analysts and specialists in the department.
• Demonstrated positive, competitive, confident personality with strongly developed persuasive skills and a customer-focused…