Rate Negotiation: Communicate directly with shipping lines, airlines, and transport vendors to secure the best and most competitive freight rates.
Quote Preparation: Calculate shipping costs, handling charges, and profit margins to provide timely, accurate quotations to the sales team and clients.
Market Analysis: Monitor global freight fluctuations, competitor rates, and industry trends to optimize pricing strategies for various trade lanes. [1, 2, 3]
Bid/Tender Management: Assist in compiling comprehensive pricing data for Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and complex, high-value corporate bids.
Vendor Database Management: Maintain and update freight tariffs, rate sheets, and carrier contracts.
Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate with the operations, customer service, and finance departments to ensure smooth shipment execution and billing accuracy.