Job Title
Complete transactional air and ocean pricing requests and spot quotes
Review and understand client shipment requirements when quoting
Analyze and recommend ideal shipping methods, routing, or carriers to meet necessary requirements, specifications, and costs
Responsible for building relationships with internal sales and operations teams to gain understanding of market trends and seasonality to provide accurate quotes
Follow up with sales and record rate requests results
Work on special projects and reports as needed
For additional training and if time permits, team member can work on RFQs. They will act as the single point of contact and communication, to the sales team, monitoring the flow of client tender submissions in and out of the Tender Management process. They will provide daily management of the bid process and create internal Excel templates. This training will provide a career path for team members
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from a reputable university
Minimum 2+ years of experience in pricing or operations within the freight forwarding industry
Knowledge of how freight moves, standard industry charges, and incoterms
Excellent organization, analytical, written, and oral communications skills
Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, while exercising sound judgement
Candidates must be self-motivated, customer service oriented, and eager to ensure the success of the team
Ability to function independently, with minimal supervision, and thrive within a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment
High attention to detail
Effective time management skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills - analyze large amount of data using formulas
Manage and prioritize workload, ability to manage a mix of issues and requests
Strong reasoning skills and ability to offer both written and verbal advice
Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate colleagues in other time zones and to meet client deadlines
MEC values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive and elaborate Benefits Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Sick, Holidays, and Vacation. MEC reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time. All applicants acknowledge that by applying to this position you understand that this specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualifications and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process. It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role.
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