Pricing / Procurement Assistant - Freight Forwarder

Telas el ContendorPanamá, Panamácomputrabajopublished 06/24/2026
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Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in International Business, Foreign Trade, Logistics, Business Administration, or related fields.
  • Experience: 2 years of experience in pricing or procurement, preferably in the logistics, transport, or freight forwarder sector.
  • Ability to negotiate favorable conditions with suppliers and carriers.
  • Familiarity with transport management systems and rate quotation tools.
  • Ability to analyze data and market trends for decision-making.
  • Skill to understand customer needs and offer appropriate solutions.
  • Advanced level of English (oral and written), due to the need to interact with international suppliers.
  • Tool proficiency: Advanced Excel and experience with price and contract management software.

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate and analyze air, sea, and land transport rates, taking into account factors such as demand, capacity, and market trends.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with carriers, shipping lines, and logistics service providers to obtain the best rates and conditions.
  • Prepare accurate quotations for customers, considering their specific needs and guaranteeing an adequate price-quality ratio.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve profitability by analyzing routes, services, and transport alternatives.
  • Stay updated on price fluctuations in the logistics and transport market, as well as regulatory changes that may affect costs.
  • Collaborate with the sales team to develop competitive pricing strategies and provide technical support in the preparation of commercial proposals.

Requirements

  • Minimum education: University
  • 2 years of experience
  • Languages: English
  • Age: between 25 and 35 years old

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