Global Freight Pricing Specialist — Drive Quotes & Deals

Uniexpress Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and freight services provider in Birmingham is seeking an experienced pricing specialist. The role involves negotiating rates with carriers and preparing customer quotations. Ideal candidates should have strong analytical skills, a team-oriented mindset, and be knowledgeable in ocean freight operations. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including bonuses and a pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonuses

Company pension

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Continuous development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
• Experience working under pressure and to deadlines.
• Commercial awareness and knowledge of ocean freight operations.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible with a willingness to participate in all aspects of business.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate rates with carriers, hauliers, and suppliers.
• Prepare and issue customer quotations and proposals.
• Communicate with customers to manage and follow up on quotes.
• Adjust pricing to secure new opportunities.
• Build lasting relationships while delivering top-tier customer service.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

A logistics and freight services provider in Birmingham is seeking an experienced pricing specialist. The role involves negotiating rates with carriers and preparing customer quotations. Ideal candidates should have strong analytical skills, a team-oriented mindset, and be knowledgeable in ocean freight operations. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including bonuses and a pension plan.