Job description
An exciting new opportunity is available for a Freight Pricing Specialist to join this dynamic, exciting, rapidly expanding Heathrow Freight Forwarder.This is an amazing chance to work with a truly professional, reputable team and a chance to grow and develop your career.The successful candidate should ideally have an ‘air’ freight forwarding background and be experienced with quotations, this position will suit a commercially aware, ambitious, professional candidate who is looking for their next challenge and a promising future career.
Responsibilities - Freight Pricing Specialist
• Prepare accurate and timely freight quotations for import, export, and cross-trade shipments.
• Source and negotiate competitive rates with shipping lines, airlines, hauliers, and logistics partners.
• Analyse freight costs, margins, and market trends to ensure commercially viable pricing strategies.
• Collaborate with sales teams to support customer acquisition and retention initiatives.
• Respond to client and sales enquiries regarding transportation costs, transit times, and service options.
• Support with Prepare submissions, RFQs (Requests for Quotation), and pricing proposals for new business opportunities.
• Monitor pricing accuracy and ensure compliance with company policies and customer agreements.
• Work closely with operations teams to ensure quotations reflect operational capabilities and service requirements.
• Generate reports and analyse pricing performance, profitability, and market competitiveness.
• Support strategic procurement initiatives and supplier relationship management.
Employment Terms - Freight Pricing Specialist
·Salary £35k DOE PLUS commission structure
·Benefits include:
·23 days holiday
·Hybrid working
·Vitality Healthcare