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Pricing Specialist - Aberdeen, UK
Our client who are a global freight forwarder are looking for a Pricing Specialist to join their team in Aberdeen, UK
As Pricing Specialist, you will be the first point of contact by phone or email for new customers, supporting the sales team and having a focus on understanding the customers' needs by providing pricing solutions in a professional and positive manner.
Job type: Permanent
Days: Monday to Friday
Day-to-day:
Assisting with the on-boarding of all new clients, ensuring a smooth transition to our service
Working closely with Sales team to win new work and maintain positive relationships with current clients
Accurate and complete entry of consignment and client information to the system
Ensure all monthly KPI's are met and billing requirements are achieved in timely manner
Participate in weekly team meetings to discuss workload, issues and opportunities
Provide competitive quotations to customers and overseas offices, ensuring intelligent buying is always sought.
Resolving day-to-day issues with Clients and Vendors
Feedback any operational issues to the Manager who will filter to the Sales Department to develop further business.
Full understanding of the Compliance Programme working closely with the Pricing Manager & Regional Compliance Manager for latest edition of trade sanctions etc.
Ensure Dangerous Goods procedures are followed within the department for successful export in accordance with the current regulations
Providing advice to clients on all aspects of importing/exporting cargoes
Follow client Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
Demonstrate intelligent buying from suppliers and ensure the team buy smartlyRequirements:
Experience with a UK-based freight forwarder
Right to work in the UK
Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
Good organisational skills
High level of accuracy in checking and processing information
Ability to form good relationships, with clients, colleagues and vendors
Experience in freight forwarding/logistics/supply chain.
Excellent customer service skills
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