Pricing Analyst

CMA CGM•Houston, TX

6d•$60,000 - $78,000•Onsite

About The Position

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL. We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement. DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

Requirements

High School Degree or GED required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or other related discipline preferred: or equivalent combination of work experience and education, and/or completion of the LDP Program.
Minimum three to four years job related experience.
Minimum three years industry experience in procurement or sourcing of transport, logistics or supply chain management preferred.
In-depth knowledge of the Ground products line and services.
Experienced in strategy development of competitive rates for specific trade lanes.
Demonstrated skill in effective negotiations.
Experience in contract preparation and the requirements for FMC filings.
Familiar with internal systems (rate tables, contract management systems, etc) to retrieve current and benchmark requests for new Ground rates.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industry trends including carrier rate actions, general rate increases (GRIs), and fuels which influence rates.
Ability to analyze and integrate Ground carrier supply and demand, competitor actions, and other capacity related factors into rate decisions.
Strong financial analytical skills with experience in performing quantitative statistical analysis, simulation models, and mathematical models.
Proficient in the use of analytical techniques such as statistical probability distribution, correlation, data sampling and relating sets of numbers.
Ability to generate error-free reports, charts, and graphs.
Demonstrated positive, competitive, confident personality with strongly developed persuasive skills and a customer-focused orientation.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment to achieve results, or work independently with little or no supervision.
Must be adaptable to changing needs of client(s) and goals of Company.
Effective planning and organizational skills to schedule appointments appropriately and to meet reporting deadlines.
Effective follow-up skills.

Responsibilities

Analyze Request for Quote material from internal customers to determine structure for strategy to support business need from Ground Product perspective.
Develop strategy and negotiate with Ground carriers to secure most competitive rate for specific trade lanes.
Present strategy with industry trend background information to upper management and final rate to upper management for approval.
Prepare and file contracts internally ensuring all applicable steps and back up material in order.
Utilize internal systems (rate tables, contract management systems, etc) to retrieve current and benchmark requests for new Ground rates.
Complete carriers spend tracking and global carrier strategy projects in timely manner.
Become Subject Matter Expert in area of responsibility for relevant industry trends including carrier rate actions, general rate increases (GRIs), fuel which influence rates.
Integrate Ground carrier supply and demand, competitor actions, and other capacity related factors into rate decisions.
Prepare and update carrier profiles and matrix reports in support of global core and/or project carrier strategy and carrier management.
Work closely as member of Corporate Team with Business Development personnel.

Benefits

competitive Paid Time Off
401(k)
health insurance
employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands
pet insurance
multiple health plans(company contribution to health savings account)
prescription, dental and vision coverage
Company paid life insurance, accident insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage and employee assistance plan.
Voluntary benefits including additional life insurance, AD&D coverage, buy-up short- and long-term disability, critical illness, identify theft & legal plan.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off programs including company paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.