Freight Pricing Specialist

Freight Pricing Specialist - BIrmingham Our client, an internationally renowned freight forwarding company based in Birmingham, is looking for an experienced pricing specialist to join their ever expanding team. A confident communicator, with exceptional negotiating skills, you will have a wealth of industry knowledge of ocean freight - inbound, outbound, and cross trade. You will have a sharp eye for detail and a proven ability to deliver high-quality service. With strong numerical and commercial acumen, you will have confidence using a variety of computer systems and will be proactive, team-orientated and used to working to tight deadlines and thriving under pressure. The role responsibilities include: * Managing customer quotations through varying methods, including email and online portals. * Supporting with all aspects of ocean pricing including imports, exports and cross trade. * Negotiating rates with carriers, hauliers and suppliers; confirming equipment availability and agreeing prices where no tariff exists to ensure cost-effective solutions. * Preparing and submitting customer quotations and proposals . * Creating and issuing quotations using our in-house system. * Communicating with customers to follow up on quotes and obtain feedback to measure, analyse and circulate to the relevant teams, adjusting pricing where possible to ensure we secure * opportunities. * Collaborating with ocean freight operational teams to ensure smooth handover of secured shipments. * Monitoring and reporting on the success and failure rates of quotations to management. * Developing strong relationships to deliver exceptional customer service. If you want to be a part of an expanding, innovative company offering a wealth of opportunities, and this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application ASAP