Director of Pricing

Universal Logistics Holdings is a full-service provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions. For over 90 years, we have provided complete services including dry van and specialized transportation, intermodal drayage, material handling and value-added services, and global trade management. Universal is proud to be recognized, awarded, and affiliated with industry leaders, experts and innovators for transportation and logistics. We are more than just a full-service logistics company. Behind our services, technology, and systems stands a talented team that truly delivers results and drives everything we do.

Skills and Experiences:

Experience in Pricing including ratemaking techniques and analytical modeling experience
High level of problem solving and critical thinking capabilities
Required 3-5 years' experience in a pricing role.
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in business related field; finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, or logistics

· Proficient experience in analyzing cost data and commercial advantages.

Modeling skills a plus

Job Description:

The Director of Pricing is responsible for developing rate indications and rate monitoring for our Transportation Services division. Communicate with Leadership about developments in the product, work with Sales and Operations to develop and maintain an industry-leading product portfolio, and developing and executing a robust rate filing strategy.

This Director of Pricing is the point person for all Transportation pricing activities and has responsibility for communicating with Senior Leaders and across functions to ensure on-time pricing models. This position will also be responsible for data analysis, continuous process improvement, and employee development. This position offers an excellent and challenging opportunity to develop and apply Universal’s transportation strategies as well as collaboration across multiple departments throughout the organization. A high level of responsibility will be given requiring the ability to multi-task and achieve sometimes tough deadlines. There will be a high degree of interaction with internal stakeholders and suppliers, requiring effective communication skills.

Job Description Details

Develop a pricing review process which uses both the standard and advanced pricing techniques
Develop and execute filing strategy
Work collaboratively as a part of the transportation planning process
Conduct and present pricing reviews with buyers and purchasing members
Main contact for a majority of OEM’s procurement and purchasing teams
Lead Negotiates regarding rate increase and contract renewals
Develop and communicate business analysis to Senior Leadership
Support improvement within the team and across the broader team members
Supervise and develop direct reports; including developing and executing vision for team and broader department

· Develop existing and new supply chain opportunities.

Support development of our pricing associates and according to goals and objectives

· Co-ordinate all Requests for Quotations (RFQ) activities

· Continue development of new processes to industry best practices.

· Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organization skills.

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.

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