Pricing Analyst

Summary The Pricing Analyst is responsible for providing pricing for RFQ (Request for Quotation), pricing checks, market analysis and pricing strategies. The Pricing Analyst shall use current market and industry trends, as well as ATS history, pricing expectations and network needs to create pricing that yields freight awards that are effective and profitable for ATS Specialized, Vans and Logistics.  Additionally, this position is to provide business impact analysis for ATS Specialized, Vans and Logistics to accomplish company goals for pricing strategies. Professionally communicate results of data analysis internally and externally.  Primary focus is subject to change based on current needs and overall demand.   Education and Experience Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in business, accounting, or finance preferred. 1 –2 years of transportation industry experience and 2—4 years of data analysis or pricing experience preferred. Excellent computer (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and internet skills required; LME experience preferred. Strong time management and organizational skills to prioritize projects and deadlines. Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, listening) to lead group discussions and deliver professional presentations internally and externally. Ability to adapt to an ever-changing market and price environment. Exceptional mathematical, systematic and analytical skills are required to interpret numerical data for pricing duties. Strong critical thinking and research skills to solve problems and make recommendations.   Ability to analyze information; develops alternative solutions, and communicate results. Ability to work flexible shifts as needed to meet company deadlines. Willing and able to travel infrequently, including overnight travel.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities Communicates pricing information with internal and external personnel, customers and external entities, to collect information or provide information for bids or projects. Analyze financial data; interpret logical and factual conclusions; develop competitive pricing structures for RFQ’s (Request for Quotation). Analyze and monitor lanes to determine if they are working and profitable and suggest lane improvement strategies.  Research external markets and analyze internal capabilities to determine the health of lanes and to propose sound recommendations. Participate in monthly meetings to discuss market research and recommend changes or to stop shipping a particular lane. Stay abreast of industry pricing trends and macro-economic data which may indicate the direction of future pricing. Collaborate with company leadership on pricing structures and make recommendations based upon analysis. Enters and completes pricing requests within LME.  Updates pricing daily/weekly/monthly as needed to ensure the most freight can be booked in any given market environment. Coordinate all pricing proposals and other bid documents for assigned projects. Work to remain proactive in our pricing approach. Create ad hoc reports for any department requesting assistance and if it is pricing related, also provide analytics. Assist in the design and implementation of predictive pricing modeling.  Actively engage in innovative thinking, process improvement and best practice activities for the department to help enhance and create pricing tools that are the best in the industry. Function consistently, effectively and reliably in accordance with the Company’s values as set forth in our core competencies and behaviors to foster ATS’s culture (All Employee Competencies). Complete work responsibilities outside of normal business hours as needed and infrequent travel may be required.  Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.   Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    This position performs work primarily in an office setting. Constantly in a stationary position and occasionally will move around. Constantly operates a keyboard and mouse and constantly utilizes a computer monitor(s). Constantly conversing with internal and external customers in person or via phone system. Compensation & Benefits The anticipated base salary range for this position is $58,000 to $82,000.   Base salary offered is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic as compared to others doing substantially similar work.  Anderson Trucking Service is committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Employees will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401k retirement savings plan effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, we provide paid holidays, paid time off, access to professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to our employees. Our goal is to ensure that all employees have the support and resources they need to thrive both professionally and personally.