Pricing Analyst

Pricing Analyst responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develop pricing models and rate structures for truckload, LTL, intermodal, drayage, managed transportation, brokerage, warehousing, and value-added logistics services

• Partner with Sales and Operations teams in developing customer-specific pricing solutions, ensuring that pricing is thorough, and every deadline is met

• Coordinate and prepare RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs by analyzing customer shipment characteristics, lane data, service requirements, and anticipated operating costs

• Upload rates for awarded lanes into systems of records; assists internal business units with any questions regarding rates

• Supply the Carrier Souring team with lanes and targets to gather rating and capacity information for contract and spot opportunities

• Monitor industry trends, carrier pricing activity, and market conditions to support strategic decision-making; leverage historical brokerage data to identify lane opportunities, test and validate pricing models, and communicate insights and recommendations with key stakeholders

• Analyze complex problems and develop creative and effective solutions

• Generate reports and analysis related to pricing performance, profitability, and cost efficiency 

• Regular and reliable attendance, with or without reasonable accommodation, is an essential function of this position and is crucial for maintaining workflow and productivity.

• The above job functions are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be asked to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field preferred 

• 5+ years’ experience in an analytical role supporting customers and operations within a 3PL brokerage environment; Previous operational experience within a logistics environment a plus

• Experience supporting customer bids, RFQs, RFIs, or RFPs

• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS); McLeod/Cargowise preferred

• Experience with operational platforms such as  (e.g., DAT One, Truckstop) and customer bid platforms (e.g.,E2Open,Transporeon,BlueYonder,Jaegger  ,) a plus

• Strong understanding of multimodal freight transportation, including operational processes, carrier networks, market dynamics and customer service requirements across FTL, LTL, and Intermodal transportation

• Knowledge of freight transportation pricing methodologies and rate structures, including market analysis, cost modeling, margin optimization, and customer pricing strategies

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and data interpretation skills, with the ability to identify trends, evaluate pricing and operational data, and provide actionable business recommendations

• Ability to build relationships and work cross-functionally with business partners and key stakeholders

• Proficient in both written and oral communication. Capable of clearly and effectively conveying information and presenting to internal and external business partners

• Ability to multitask and shift focus in a fast-paced, dynamic and evolving logistics environment with rapidly changing priorities, meet deadlines, work well under pressure, prioritize work and maintain discretion on confidential matters while maintaining a positive attitude and providing unmatched customer service

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and spreadsheet modeling, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and video conferencing tools (WebEx, Zoom, Microsoft Teams)

• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance, with or without reasonable accommodation