Job Description

The Logistics Transportation Pricing Analyst is responsible for analyzing current market conditions and economic trends while continuously evaluating the efficiency of surface transportation cost routes. This role requires applying various factors to create an overall cost simulation, enabling the optimization of transportation pricing strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency across logistics operations. Contract 1 year, Located in Plano, TX Offering $24-28/hr.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct internal and external transportation data analysis and cost research to support carrier negotiations.
• Simulate scenario-based cost estimations to identify the most optimal transportation solutions.
• Negotiate the cost of transporting raw materials and finished goods.
• Coordinate transportation activities, ensuring smooth communication and proper completion of necessary paperwork.
• Conduct internal and external RFQ data analysis and cost research for carrier sourcing.
• Obtain quotes from various suppliers and negotiate price, quantity, terms, and conditions with transportation brokers/carriers.
• Identify key factors to aid in price negotiations with carriers during the RFP process.
• Collaborate with the legal team to ensure compliance with all business-related conditions in transportation contracts.
• Oversee the companies internal procurement system throughout the sourcing process.
• Evaluate suppliers quotes and provide detailed assessments of cost element breakdowns.
• Maintain quote comparisons with financial simulations and offer data-driven recommendations for selecting freight forwarders and carriers

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Logistics Analyst or in a similar role, with proven expertise and progressively increasing responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access and Excel, with the ability to manipulate large datasets and create complex reports.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights to improve logistics operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to stakeholders at all levels.
• Bilingual proficiency in Korean is a plus.
• Comfortable working with tables, charts, and numbers to present findings and recommendations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to work additional hours outside of regularly scheduled business hours, including weekends and holidays, to meet business needs.

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