YOUR ROLE

Responsible for negotiating with air & ocean carriers (including project and breakbulk) to secure most competitive rate and service as part of overall global ocean core carrier and/or project cargo strategy. Provide rates to internal customers in timely manner. Complete related carrier strategy and tracking projects as required. Models and acts in accordance with our guiding principles and core values.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Analyze Request for Quote material from internal customers to determine structure for strategy to support business need.
• Develop strategy and negotiate with 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 and with FMC, ensure all applicable steps and back up material is in order.
• Utilize internal systems (rate tables, contract management systems, etc.) to retrieve current and benchmark requests for new rates. Complete carriers spend tracking and global carrier strategy projects in a timely manner.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert in area of responsibility for relevant industry trends including carrier rate actions, general rate increases (GRIs) and fuel, which influence rates. Integrate 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.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED; Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or other related discipline or equivalent combination of work experience and education, and/or completion of the LDP Program, preferred. Minimum 3 to 4 years job related experience. Experience in contract preparation and the requirements for FMC filings. Minimum 3 years industry experience in procurement or sourcing of transport, logistics or supply chain management, preferred.
• Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications. 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.
• Characteristics: In-depth knowledge of the respective products line and services. Experienced in strategy development of competitive rates for specific trade lanes. Familiar with internal systems (rate tables, contract management systems, etc.) to retrieve current and benchmark requests for new rates. Demonstrated positive, competitive, confident personality with strongly developed persuasive skills and a customer-focused orientation. Demonstrated skill in effective negotiations.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let's work together to help you find your new role.

About Tomorrow

We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.