Logistic Transportation Pricing Analyst (Bilingual in Korean/ English)

Woongjin, Inc•Cerritos, CA

1d•$30 - $32

About The Position

We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Logistics Procurement Specialist specializing in Air Pricing to join our Pricing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for air freight, including sourcing forwarders and airlines, managing RFQs, negotiating competitive rates, and securing strategic capacity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required (Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance preferred).
4+ years of experience in freight forwarding, 3PL, or logistics sourcing/operations, with a strict focus on Air Freight.
Proven, hands-on experience managing RFP/RFQ processes and conducting financial data analysis.
Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel: Must be comfortable handling large-scale quotation and cost analysis using complex formulas, Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation, VLOOKUP, COUNTIF, SUMIF, and Power Query
Strong problem-solving mindset and sharp negotiation tactics.
Excellent collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional global teams.
Ability to thrive and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to work additional hours, weekends, or holidays outside of regularly scheduled business hours when required to meet critical business needs.
Willingness to travel up to 20% for business-related needs.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working directly within a major Freight Forwarder, Broker Company, or 3PL.

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, qualify, and register new logistics suppliers, including Airlines, Freight Forwarders, GSA (General Sales Agents), CFS (Container Freight Stations), Air Cargo Handling Agents, Drayage and Intermodal Carriers.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with logistics service providers.
Conduct supplier capability assessments, performance evaluations, and risk analysis.
Maintain supplier database and vendor qualification records.
Source and negotiate direct agreements with airlines, including Block Space Agreements (BSA), General Sales Agent (GSA) Agreements, and Special Rate Agreements (SPA) where applicable.
Negotiate transportation rates, capacity allocations, service commitments, payment terms, and contractual conditions.
Coordinate with Legal to review, finalize, and execute transportation agreements.
Monitor contract compliance, expiration dates, and renewal opportunities.
Develop, issue, and manage RFQ/RFP packages for Samsung business and Non-Samsung business opportunities.
Collect, organize, and validate supplier quotations.
Coordinate competitive bidding events among multiple logistics providers.
Ensure RFQ submissions comply with procurement standards and customer requirements.
Analyze transportation quotations across multiple cost elements, including Air Freight, Fuel Surcharge, Security Charges, Terminal Handling Charges, Documentation Fees, Pick-up & Delivery, Customs Brokerage, DG Charges, and Accessorial Charges.
Build financial simulations and cost comparison models.
Perform landed cost and total logistics cost analysis.
Conduct market benchmarking for air freight rates, carrier capacity, and transit times.
Recommend optimal carrier and forwarder selections based on cost, service, and operational performance.
Develop procurement strategies to improve competitiveness and achieve cost savings.
Identify sourcing opportunities through market research and industry benchmarking.
Evaluate market trends, airline capacity, and seasonal pricing fluctuations.
Support annual procurement initiatives and carrier sourcing events.
Partner with Sales to develop competitive logistics solutions for customers.
Recommend transportation strategies that improve customers' supply chain performance.
Support implementation of new business opportunities by coordinating with operations and procurement teams.
Assist in preparing pricing proposals for customer bids and tenders.
Administer internal procurement and quotation management systems.
Maintain sourcing documentation and procurement records.
Prepare procurement reports, KPI dashboards, and supplier performance metrics.
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Work closely with Sales, Operations, Finance, Legal, Customer Service, and Global Procurement.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and pricing processes.