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Air Freight Pricing Specialist

Key Tasks

  • Execute plans and processes to implement the AFR Pricing Strategy.
  • Respond to pricing enquiries in an efficient and competitive manner.
  • Ensure the timely monitoring and accurate updating of local tariffs.
  • Ensure RFQ development, particularly for high-priority RFQs. Provide detailed guidance and conduct launch calls for critical RFQs.
  • Deliver day-to-day shipment documentation for freight forwarding, assist in the development of tenders, and ensure timely submission of all relevant documents.
  • Develop and maintain databases with specific information to enable quick responses to network queries.
  • Build and maintain strong business relationships with customers and airlines, and participate in commercial negotiations.
  • Prepare carrier performance reports and conduct performance reviews.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance services and processes, securing cost-effective and competitive pricing. Negotiate competitive rates with airline suppliers while meeting service specifications and transit time targets.
  • Stay informed about recent developments in new solutions, services, trade lanes, and traffic developments.
  • Provide support, guidance, and direction to less experienced or new team members.
  • Analyze and resolve day-to-day operational issues and implement best practices for AFR pricing to improve effectiveness and efficiency.

Management Responsibility

  • Individual contributor who may manage up to two employees.
  • May direct the work of lower-level professionals or manage processes and programs.
  • Coach, support, and review the work of lower-level professionals.

Qualifications & Key Requirements

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification and/or relevant professional experience.

Experience

  • More than 4 years of relevant experience.

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Skills

  • Air Freight Pricing
  • Request for Quotation (RFQ)
  • Tariff Management
  • Carrier Negotiation
  • Freight Forwarding
  • Data Analysis
  • Customer Relationship Management

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