Job Description
- To maintain a very good relationship with the service providers.
- To maintain always the most updated local port or airport charges, storage and demurrage.
- To maintain always the most updated local transportation charges.
- To build very good relationship with the local carriers and co-loaders.
- To requests rates from local carriers, as well as from destination/origin offices and compare the same with Share point and contract agreements.
- To check with customer service persons, sales team or managers on the profit margin to be added.
- To revert on requests with quotes within 24 hours, if any delay in receipt of rates, an interim email to the sent to the respective person.
- Quotes to be prepared using the Quoting Database or Approved Quote Format as per company policy.
- To keep good relationship with Sales, Customer Service and to collect feedback for each and every quote.
- Updating the Quote Log with feedback for Market analysis.
- If rejected, the correct reason must be updated
- To gather as much information as possible (carrier’s name, transit time, services used) to be able to quote better and get a high closing ratio.
- To run weekly report through the Quoting Database and analyze the information and keep department managers aware of the best carrier to use from the best port/airport.
- To keep all quotes submitted confidential and never disclose the information to anyone outside the department.
- To make sure job is executed as per company guidelines and policies.
- To always update the team with the GRI, PSS and rate fluctuations and changes whenever they occur.
- Oral and written proficiency in the English language
- Well versed with the trade market
- Pricing experience in the required market
- Strong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work productively both individually and in a team environment
- Sense of urgency for goal achievement
- Self-motivated with ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong rapport and relationship-building focused ·
- Empowered to make quick decisions in response to changing conditions
- Influences others to action
- Timeliness and accountability for results
- Presentation skills
Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical
- Life Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Personnel Development Program
- Growth opportunities within the company
- Employee Referral Program Bonus
Please note, this opportunity does not sponsor work visas and has no relocation assistance.