Pricing Analyst

Pricing Analyst

Pay Range: $60K - $78K

Negotiate with Ground carriers to secure the most competitive rate and service as part of the overall global Ground core carrier and/or project cargo strategy. Provide rates to internal customers in a timely manner. Complete related carrier strategy and tracking projects as required.

Analyze Request for Quote material from internal customers to determine structure for strategy to support business need from Ground Product perspective. Develop strategy and negotiate with Ground carriers to secure the most competitive rate for specific trade lanes. Present strategy with industry trend background information to upper management and final rate to upper management for approval. Prepare and file contracts internally ensuring all applicable steps and backup material in order.

Utilize internal systems (rate tables, contract management systems, etc.) to retrieve current and benchmark requests for new Ground rates. Complete carriers spend tracking and global carrier strategy projects in a timely manner. Become subject matter expert in area of responsibility for relevant industry trends including carrier rate actions, general rate increases (GRIs), fuel which influence rates. Integrate Ground 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 and/or project carrier strategy and carrier management. Work closely as a member of Corporate Team with Business Development personnel.

High School Degree or GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or other related discipline preferred, or equivalent combination of work experience and education, and/or completion of the LDP Program. Minimum three to four years of job related experience. Minimum three years industry experience in procurement or sourcing of transport, logistics or supply chain management preferred. In-depth knowledge of the Ground products line and services.

Experienced in strategy development of competitive rates for specific trade lanes. Demonstrated skill in effective negotiations. Experience in contract preparation and the requirements for FMC filings. Familiar with internal systems (rate tables, contract management systems, etc.) to retrieve current and benchmark requests for new Ground rates. Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry trends including carrier rate actions, general rate increases (GRIs), and fuels which influence rates.

Ability to analyze and integrate Ground 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 the use of analytical techniques such as statistical probability distribution, correlation, data sampling and relating sets of numbers. Ability to generate error‑free reports, charts, and graphs.

Demonstrated positive, competitive, confident personality with strongly developed persuasive skills and a customer‑focused orientation. Ability to work effectively in a team environment to achieve results, or work independently with little or no supervision. Must be adaptable to changing needs of client(s) and goals of Company. Effective planning and organizational skills to schedule appointments appropriately and to meet reporting deadlines. Effective follow‑up skills.

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance (company contribution to health savings account)
• Prescription, dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage, employee assistance plan
• Voluntary benefits (additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy‑up short‑ and long‑term disability, critical illness, identity theft & legal plan)
• Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program

CEVA Logistics is a proud equal opportunity employer and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.