Pricing Specialist

Introduction

Move the world with us!

AIT is a global freight forwarding and logistics company headquartered in Chicago. Are you looking for an exciting and varied job? Then you are exactly right for us! Become part of the international supply chain and move the world with us!

Does that sound interesting? Then make AIT Worldwide Logistics the next stop on your career ladder!

Overview

The Pricing Specialist is part of the pricing and quoting team. Handling all pricing support and strategy for RFQs and support the growth in the international Air Freight and work closely with operations and station staff implementing bids and utilizing the proper carriers to maximize the benefits forecasted in the bids.

Responsibilities

• Support to develop, analyze, and evaluate strategic and operational pricing initiatives for AIT.
• Manage the costs, carriers and market related adjustments applying an operational leadership.
• Together with the European Pricing department responsible for all regional RFQ's, local tenders greater than 500k, and for specific spot quotes.
• Improving the success ratio and providing our sales team one-stop-shop.
• Responding to monthly quotes request
• Work closely with operations and field stations to implement bids and utilize the proper carriers to maximize the benefits forecasted in the bid.
• Ensuring accurate and complete documentation for pricing and contacts
• Perform risk assessment of pricing.
• Generating reports and data analyses to support pricing decision and strategy.
• Identifying areas of process improvement and cost reduction in Air Freight pricing
• Execute all Dangerous Goods shipments in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations (as applicable).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration
• 3 years of work experience in Freight Forwarding within the fields of pricing, customer service, or operational controlling
• Extensive experience in the logistics industry
• Exposure to day-to-day operations, product and services sales, and involvement in customer interaction
• Solid analytical and numerical skills for reviewing and analyzing data
• Experienced in project (management) and working in cross-functional projects
• CargoWise one an advantage
• Business fluent English level, additional (major) European languages would be an asset

What AIT Can Offer You

We believe in rewarding your talent and supporting your growth. In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you'll enjoy:

• 27.5 holiday days per year to relax and recharge.
• A solid pension plan to secure your future.
• Access to an online learning library and regular training opportunities to support your professional growth.
• Employee support programs focused on your well-being.
• Five paid volunteer hours per year, giving you time to make a difference.
• Exclusive employee discounts through Deel, adding extra perks to your everyday life.

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps its customers grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure raw materials, components, and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the America's-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, food, government, healthcare, high-tech, industrial and life sciences. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT's flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground, and rail-on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 100 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe, India, and North America, AIT's full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services. Learn more about AIT Worldwide Logistics, our culture and core values in action here .