Airfreight Spot Quote Analyst

Job Title:  Airfreight Spot Quote Analyst

Job Location: San Diego, California

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) manages the flow of goods and information across a customer's global supply chain utilizing air/Air /ground transportation, customs brokerage services, and dedicated warehousing/distribution centers.

We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries.

Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html

We have an exciting opportunity for an Airfreight Spot Quote Analyst who will be responsible for responding to urgent customer requests for air cargo shipping prices by analyzing market conditions, carrier costs, and customer needs to generate competitive and accurate quotes, ensuring profitability for the company.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with sales and operations, using pricing tools, maintaining tariff databases, monitoring market trends, and adhering to company pricing standards.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and proficiency with operational and quoting systems.

Key Responsibilities

·       Quote Generation:

o   Provide timely and competitive spot quotes for customer inquiries, ensuring accuracy and market competitiveness.

·       Market Analysis:

o   Monitor industry trends, competitor pricing, and seasonal changes to inform pricing strategies and optimize profitability.

·       Profitability Assessment:

o   Analyze costs, revenue, and yields to recommend strategies that maximize profit margins on airfreight services.

·       Collaboration:

o   Work with internal departments, including sales and operations, as well as external partners like airlines and freight forwarders.

·       System & Data Management:

o   Utilize and maintain pricing and operational systems, such as CargoWise, to manage tariffs and generate quotes.

·       Performance Monitoring:

o   Track key performance indicators (KPIs), such as quote win ratios, to provide feedback and drive continuous improvement.

·       Risk & Escalation:

o   Identify potential pricing risks and escalate complex issues to higher management for decision-making when necessary.

Required Skills & Qualifications

·       Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and develop actionable strategies.

·       Technical Proficiency: Experience with multiple operational and quoting systems is essential.

·       Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.

·       Pressure & Time Management: Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines for spot quote requests.

·       Education: A bachelor's degree in a related field is often required...