Pricing Analyst

R+L Carriers•Ocala, FL

About The Position

The Pricing Analyst is responsible for developing, analyzing, and maintaining customer pricing strategies across transportation and logistics services. This position partners closely with Sales, Operations, Carrier Procurement, Finance, and Account Management to produce competitive, profitable pricing solutions that support revenue growth while protecting margin performance. The Pricing Analyst evaluates transportation costs, market conditions, customer requirements, and operational capabilities to prepare pricing proposals, RFP responses, bid analyses, and strategic recommendations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
5+ years’ experience in an analytical role supporting customers and operations within a 3PL brokerage environment
Experience supporting customer bids, RFQs, RFIs, or RFPs
Experience with transportation management systems (TMS)
Strong understanding of multimodal freight transportation, including operational processes, carrier networks, market dynamics and customer service requirements across FTL, LTL, and Intermodal transportation
Knowledge of freight transportation pricing methodologies and rate structures, including market analysis, cost modeling, margin optimization, and customer pricing strategies
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and data interpretation skills, with the ability to identify trends, evaluate pricing and operational data, and provide actionable business recommendations
Ability to build relationships and work cross-functionally with business partners and key stakeholders
Proficient in both written and oral communication. Capable of clearly and effectively conveying information and presenting to internal and external business partners
Ability to multitask and shift focus in a fast-paced, dynamic and evolving logistics environment with rapidly changing priorities, meet deadlines, work well under pressure, prioritize work and maintain discretion on confidential matters while maintaining a positive attitude and providing unmatched customer service
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and spreadsheet modeling, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and video conferencing tools (WebEx, Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance, with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field
Previous operational experience within a logistics environment
McLeod/Cargowise
Experience with operational platforms such as (e.g., DAT One, Truckstop) and customer bid platforms (e.g.,E2Open,Transporeon,BlueYonder,Jaegger ,)

Responsibilities

Develop pricing models and rate structures for truckload, LTL, intermodal, drayage, managed transportation, brokerage, warehousing, and value-added logistics services
Partner with Sales and Operations teams in developing customer-specific pricing solutions, ensuring that pricing is thorough, and every deadline is met
Coordinate and prepare RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs by analyzing customer shipment characteristics, lane data, service requirements, and anticipated operating costs
Upload rates for awarded lanes into systems of records; assists internal business units with any questions regarding rates
Supply the Carrier Souring team with lanes and targets to gather rating and capacity information for contract and spot opportunities
Monitor industry trends, carrier pricing activity, and market conditions to support strategic decision-making; leverage historical brokerage data to identify lane opportunities, test and validate pricing models, and communicate insights and recommendations with key stakeholders
Analyze complex problems and develop creative and effective solutions
Generate reports and analysis related to pricing performance, profitability, and cost efficiency
Regular and reliable attendance, with or without reasonable accommodation, is an essential function of this position and is crucial for maintaining workflow and productivity.
The above job functions are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be asked to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.