Freight Pricing Analyst - Edmonton, Canada - Cole International

Cole International

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Summary:

Location:
Edmonton Branch

Department:
Pricing / Freight

The Pricing Analyst is responsible for the direct management and handling of pricing for freight department clients (and prospects) utilizing various modes of transport.

This includes providing spot rates for specific shipments and quotations for general requirements; negotiating with carriers; and updating of the CW Sales CRM details.

The Pricing Analyst is expected to be a proven professional as it pertains to their knowledge with respect to the local internal and external environments in the jurisdiction they are working from and to provide guidance, strategy, and alternatives to clients and internal stakeholders to ensure pricing is provided swiftly, competitively and with a mutual benefit to both the client and Cole.

Core Competencies:

Communication
Customer Focus
Time Management
Adaptability / Flexibility
Creative and Innovative Thinking
Development and Continual Learning
Problem Solving
Decision making and Judgement
Ethics and Integrity
Planning and Organizing
High Energy & Stress Management
Team Work
Results Focused
Negotiating

Responsibilities:

Data entry functions into the internal CargoWise system within quote modules as well as clientspecific updates within the Sales and CRM modules.
Responding to customer rate requests in a timely manner as outlined by Pricing Dept. Management
Vendor rate and tariff negotiations
Personal ongoing development of pricing skills, industry knowledge, and competitive selling.
Identifying target markets and tracking market trends based on the company's current proficiency and competitiveness in response to clearly identifiable advantageous positions.
Assist in planning, developing, and evaluating pricing strategies at a macro and micro level in line with business strategy. Strategies are to be influenced by volume opportunity, profit potential, and service crossover to other departments; in addition to those factors influenced by geographical locations amongst other factors
Making business decisions that are financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and defensible in accordance with company policies, procedures, and agendas.
Review performance data that includes financial, sales, and activity reports and trade data, to monitor and measure the team's productivity, goal achievement, and overall effectiveness.
Supportive of the Business Development and Customer Service departments to identify and target new growth opportunities as well as expand existing business with current clientele.
Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Requirements:

5+ Years of industry experience is a requirement
Post-Secondary educational components in Business and Marketing are an asset.
Completion of CIFFA education or industry equivalent training is a requirement.
Familiarity with Dangerous Goods training/requirements is an asset.
Better than average written and spoken communication and influencing skills. Ability to present in front of business leadership.
Handson mentality, analytical skills and business development / project management skills
Proven strong negotiation skills
Demonstrated knowledge of basic economic, budgeting, and accounting principles and practices.