Freight Forwarding Manager

What we Offer?

• Absolute clarity on work expectations and number-based appraisal system
• Company is growing 10X in next 4 years, so a superb growth opportunity for people contributing towards growth of company.
• Stable company with clear laid down procedures, and a great track record of growth.
• Pan India operations so scope of moving across India to gain multiple experience in various geographies.
• Job Security with cash rich, well-funded company listed on NSE with market cap of 1000 CR.
• Professional work culture and learning environment, where the only pressure is of upgrading your skillset and growing along with organization.

Role Summary:

Responsible for preparing competitive pricing and commercial quotations for domestic and international logistics, supporting the sales team, and ensuring timely submission of RFQs/RFPs while maintaining profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare quotations for transportation, warehousing, freight forwarding, and 3PL services.
• Handle RFQs, RFPs, and tender pricing.
• Obtain competitive rates from transporters, shipping lines, airlines, CHAs, vendors, and overseas agents.
• Prepare cost sheets, pricing analysis, and margin calculations.
• Maintain pricing databases and update freight, transportation, and warehousing rates.
• Coordinate with customers and the sales team for pricing requirements and revisions.
• Monitor market trends, freight rates, and competitor pricing.
• Negotiate rates with vendors to achieve cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare MIS reports, quotation trackers, and profitability reports.
• Ensure timely submission of quotations and follow up on pending proposals.

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of logistics, transportation, warehousing, freight forwarding, and 3PL operations.
• Knowledge of Ocean Freight (FCL/LCL), Air Freight, Customs Clearance, and distribution.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP/CRM systems.
• Strong analytical, commercial, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience: 3-5 years in logistics pricing, freight forwarding, or commercial operations.