It's more than a job
When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne+Nagel, you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently. But that is not all. Your work also helps ensure that vital medicines reach patients on time and supports other essential deliveries, from wind turbines to semiconductors. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.
As a Pricing Specialist - Sea Logistics (m/f/d), you will be responsible for setting margins for pricing requests, taking into consideration a variety of elements (market levels, industry specifics, customer requirements, and price sensitivities) while balancing procurement levels and internal policies to maintain a profitable gross yield.
How you create impact
* Build and maintain strong operational relationships with carriers.
* Support sea logistics procurement and carrier relationship management.
* Implement pricing strategies by coordinating pricing activities and preparing RFQs.
* Share knowledge and information proactively with your team and other stakeholders.
* Respond promptly to rate requests and work collaboratively to identify profitable solutions.
* Assist business owners with non-standard RFQ requests when needed.
* Gather and act on customer feedback to drive continuous improvement.
* Keep databases accurate and up-to-date with the latest pricing information.
What we would like you to bring
* Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
* At least 2 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry, with a focus on sea logistics sales.
* Proven experience working with shipping lines, sales teams, and customers.
* Strong customer service, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
* Solid analytical abilities and logical thinking.
* Fluency in both English and Portuguese.
What's in it for you
We are offering a challenging position with a competitive salary and opportunities for further development within Kuehne+Nagel.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
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