Manager, National Price Desk (75381)

Job Req Number:  75381
Time Type: Full Time

• The Pricing Manager is responsible for developing and implementing pricing strategies.
• This role involves analysing market conditions, competitor pricing, and cost structures to ensure that the company's pricing remains competitive.
• The Pricing Manager works closely with sales, operations, product, and other key stakeholders to achieve pricing objectives and is also responsible for process improvement within the pricing function. 

Key Tasks

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and execute pricing strategies that align with the company's goals, market conditions, and customer expectations. 
• Continuously monitor and analyse pricing strategies to identify opportunities for differentiation and competitive advantage. 
• Analyse and understand the cost structures associated with Air, LCL, FCL, Courier services, ensuring that pricing covers costs while maintaining competitiveness.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market fluctuations, and regulatory changes that could impact pricing decisions. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to balance pricing decisions with targets, considering factors like volume discounts and negotiations.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver pricing proposals to potential customers, sales teams, and existing clients. 
• Negotiate pricing with customers, whilst working closely with Product managers to ensure mutually beneficial agreements. 
• Analyse and evaluate the effectiveness of pricing strategies and make data-driven recommendations for improvements. 
• Maintain accurate records of pricing agreements and related documents. 
• Prepare regular reports and presentations on pricing performance to share with the wider organisation 
• Continuously assess and enhance pricing processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness within the pricing function. 

Skills and Competencies

• Proven experience in Freight Forwarding pricing or a related field, with a strong understanding of supply chain and transportation logistics
• Proficiency in data analysis and pricing modeling
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Knowledge of CargoWise One, WebCargo, Microsoft dynamics customer service, Global Price Management (GPM), Power BI and Advanced MS Excel skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical and project management skills
• High level of attention to and ownership of detail, balanced by the need to see the bigger picture
• Self-motivated self-starter
• A collaborative worker who possesses strong influencing and negotiation skills
• Commercial skills and capability to collaborate with Sales and Product
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Financial acumen
• Market analysis
• Data analysis and modeling
• Contract management
• Collaboration with key stakeholders
• Process improvement

What can we offer you?

• Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 75,000, operating in over 95+ countries.
• Be part of a company that has strong ambitions and targets for sustainability initiatives, both internally and externally. Please click on link** at the bottom of the page for further details on how DSV is working towards these targets.
• Be part of a company that has strong company values, to find out more about DSV, including our Values, click the link at the bottom of the page***.
• In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:
  • Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
  • Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
  • Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
  • WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
  • LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
  • Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.
  • Eyecare Voucher Scheme

We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand. If you are a Recruitment Agency, please contact to discuss .

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DSV – Global Transport and Logistics

DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. You’ll join a talented team of more than 75,000 employees in over 80 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature’s terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we’ll support you and your need to achieve your potential and forward your career.

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