Ocean Freight Rate Specialist

1 day ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Metro Full time

Metro is a leading provider of comprehensive import/export air, ocean and road freight forwarding, supply chain management, logistics and specialised services in retail, manufacturing and chemicals.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for negotiating and confirming rates with customers, carriers, and suppliers to maximise cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Negotiate rates with carriers/hauliers/suppliers.
  2. Prepare and submit customer quotations within agreed timeframes.
  3. Create and issue quotations using our in-house system.
  4. Monitor carrier websites and notifications.
  5. Promote continuous improvement.
Requirements:
  • Experience in Ocean freight - inbound, outbound, and cross trade.
  • An understanding of influencing profitability through effective pricing.
  • Strong numerical and commercial skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Proficient in computer operating systems and office applications.
Salary & Benefits:
  • Competitive salary (£45,000) including a bonus paid twice a year.
  • Access to benefits, discounts, and wellness platform.
  • Health cash plan.
  • Octopus Electric Vehicle car scheme.
  • Free parking.
  • Respectful working environment.
  • Opportunities for training and development.


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