Pricing Coordinator

About the role

Established in 1981, Orient Express Container (OEC) Group is one of the top freight forwarders in the transportation industry. We provide freight transportation, logistics, and information services to over 50,000 customers through a network of global offices.

Responsibilities

- Work with carriers to negotiate and set new rates. - Update internal rate tables. - Collaborate with outside sales representatives. - Maintain and expand client relations. - Communicate with local, regional, and international partners to complete key responsibilities. - Maintain daily communication with carriers for discussions on service contract terms, rate negotiations, and space protection. - Coordinate with origin offices internationally to inquire about current market rates and space availability. - Update NSA and VIP account rates to secure new bookings/shipments. - Facilitate the resolution of billing invoice disputes. - Analyze shipment history and data to generate reports and conduct thorough data study prior to negotiating new contracts. - Participate in weekly and bi-weekly meetings with local, regional, and international partners, occasionally outside of regular business hours. - Assist outside sales representatives with customer pricing and contract drafting, possibly on-site.

Qualifications

- Minimum 1 years' experience in a fast-paced office environment; previous pricing/quoting experience preferred. - Previous work experience in the Logistics and Transportation industry, notably in freight forwarding, is highly preferred. - Previous experience using the ERP system, CargoWise One, is preferred. - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel; willingness to learn advanced functions. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Teams, Word, and PowerPoint. - Ability to display discretion with confidential information. - Professional email and phone etiquette. - Bilingual in English and Mandarin is preferred.

Pay

$22-$30/hour dependent on transferable experience and education level.

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule (1-day a week working from home); laptop provided by OEC Group

Benefits

- 10-days PTO (Paid Time Off) - Employee Appreciation Days - Paid Holidays - Sick/Flex time. - Full Health Insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, term life, and accident insurance. - 401K retirement plan with 3% company match. - Discounted pet insurance - woof! woof! meow! - Annual performance bonus and mid-year reviews for salary increases.