Logistic Pricing Analyst (Korean Bilingual)

We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Logistics Procurement Specialist (contractor) specializing in Air Pricing to join our Pricing this role you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for air freight including sourcing forwarders and airlines managing RFQs negotiating competitive rates and securing strategic capacity.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify evaluate qualify and register new logistics suppliers including:
  • Airlines
  • Freight Forwarders
  • GSA (General Sales Agents)
  • CFS (Container Freight Stations)
  • Air Cargo Handling Agents
  • Drayage and Intermodal Carriers
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with logistics service providers.
• Conduct supplier capability assessments performance evaluations and risk analysis.
• Maintain supplier database and vendor qualification records.

Airline Procurement & Contract Management

• Source and negotiate direct agreements with airlines including:
  • Block Space Agreements (BSA)
  • General Sales Agent (GSA) Agreements
  • Special Rate Agreements (SPA) where applicable
• Negotiate transportation rates capacity allocations service commitments payment terms and contractual conditions.
• Coordinate with Legal to review finalize and execute transportation agreements.
• Monitor contract compliance expiration dates and renewal opportunities.

RFQ/RFP Management

• Develop issue and manage RFQ/RFP packages for existing customer accounts and new business opportunities.
• Collect organize and validate supplier quotations.
• Coordinate competitive bidding events among multiple logistics providers.
• Ensure RFQ submissions comply with procurement standards and customer requirements.

Pricing & Cost Analysis

• Analyze transportation quotations across multiple cost elements including:
  • Air Freight
  • Fuel Surcharge
  • Security Charges
  • Terminal Handling Charges
  • Documentation Fees
  • Pick-up & Delivery
  • Customs Brokerage
  • DG Charges
  • Accessorial Charges
• Build financial simulations and cost comparison models.
• Perform landed cost and total logistics cost analysis.
• Conduct market benchmarking for air freight rates carrier capacity and transit times.
• Recommend optimal carrier and forwarder selections based on cost service and operational performance.

Procurement Strategy

• Develop procurement strategies to improve competitiveness and achieve cost savings.
• Identify sourcing opportunities through market research and industry benchmarking.
• Evaluate market trends airline capacity and seasonal pricing fluctuations.
• Support annual procurement initiatives and carrier sourcing events.

Business Development Support

• Partner with Sales to develop competitive logistics solutions for customers.
• Recommend transportation strategies that improve customers supply chain performance.
• Support implementation of new business opportunities by coordinating with operations and procurement teams.
• Assist in preparing pricing proposals for customer bids and tenders.

Procurement Systems & Reporting

• Administer internal procurement and quotation management systems.
• Maintain sourcing documentation and procurement records.
• Prepare procurement reports KPI dashboards and supplier performance metrics.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
  • Sales
  • Operations
  • Finance
  • Legal
  • Customer Service
  • Global Procurement
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and pricing processes.

Qualifications :

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree required (Logistics Supply Chain Business or Finance preferred).
• 4 years of experience in freight forwarding 3PL or logistics sourcing/operations with a strict focus on Air Freight.
• Proven hands-on experience managing RFP/RFQ processes and conducting financial data analysis.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel: Must be comfortable handling large-scale quotation and cost analysis using complex formulas Pivot Tables Conditional Formatting Data Validation VLOOKUP COUNTIF SUMIF and Power Query
• Strong problem-solving mindset and sharp negotiation tactics.
• Excellent collaboration communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional global teams.

Work Adaptability & Travel

• Ability to thrive and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work additional hours weekends or holidays outside of regularly scheduled business hours when required to meet critical business needs.
• Travel: Willingness to travel up to 20% for business-related needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working directly within a major Freight Forwarder Broker Company or 3PL.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract