Job Description
Job Description:
As a Sourcing Analyst, you will be critical in ensuring our customers receive
efficient and cost-effective logistics solutions. You will analyze pricing strategies, identify cost-saving opportunities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design comprehensive logistics solutions.
This role requires a strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
Provide timely responses to customer inquiries via email.
Provide rate quotes for established customers for transportation modes including but not limited to air, container ocean freight, trucking, warehousing, etc.
Collaborate and execute with the operations team.
Daily vendor/carrier selection and management.
Entering all shipment details within the Cargowise system for final payables approval.
Support detailed pricing functions for all Central Oceans USA within the project/job bidding process.
Collaborate with internal teams to design end-to-end logistics solutions tailored to meet customer needs and requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven experience in sourcing, pricing analysis, and logistics management.
5-10 years of related experience preferred.
Knowledge of transportation modes, incoterms, and logistics concepts
Experience with Cargowise.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Highly Self Motivated and minimal supervision needed
Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Results-oriented, organized, and adept at multitasking in the realm of transportation and logistics.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving industry.
Proficient in Apple Mac and MS Office Suite, including Cloud Storage and CRM in the context of ocean freight logistics.