Ocean Freight Pricing Specialist

Ocean Freight Pricing SpecialistFreight Forwarding Birmingham£35,000 - £40,000 DOEWe''re currently working with a well-established, growing Freight Forwarding business based in Birmingham, who are looking to bring in an experienced Ocean Freight Pricing Specialist to join their Trade and Commercial team.This role focuses on ocean freight pricing, managing customer quotations, negotiating rates and supporting import, export and cross-trade business.If you''re experienced within ocean freight pricing and are looking to join a growing business that offers long-term development, progression and cross-training opportunities, this could be an excellent opportunity.The role will involve:• Managing ocean freight quotations across import, export and cross-trade shipments• Negotiating rates with carriers, hauliers and suppliers• Preparing and issuing customer quotations and proposals• Following up on quotations, gathering feedback and supporting the conversion of opportunities• Working closely with operational teams to ensure a smooth handover of secured business• Monitoring quotation activity and supporting reporting on pricing performance• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, carriers and suppliersWhat they''re looking for:• Previous experience within ocean freight pricing, quotations and ocean freight operations• Good understanding of ocean import, export and/or cross-trade operations• Strong commercial awareness and confidence negotiating rates• Excellent ..... full job details .....