Pricing Specialist

Position Overview In the Pricing Analyst position, you will support the decision‑making process by providing financial analysis behind pricing structures and customer solutions. This position performs analysis, pricing, and proposal work for new business as well as monitoring current customers for profitability, managing the entire new business process from Request for Proposal through data analysis, pricing, and proposals. Responsibilities Perform cost modeling and pricing of transportation opportunities and initiatives including new business and contract renewals. Closely monitor economic conditions and competitor pricing to understand their impact on pricing. Act as the primary liaison between Account Executives and internal divisions to ensure pricing is provided based on freight characteristics, customer needs, market imbalances, and expected operating ratios. Summarize and communicate pricing solutions with management and sales teams. Monitor existing business for acceptable margins and provide solutions for customers not meeting those expected margins. Complete additional rate‑related projects, analysis, and other duties as assigned. Maintain timely and regular attendance according to the scheduled shift as determined by supervisory personnel. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Strong mathematical skills. Ability to operate a computer terminal and/or personal computer; intermediate MS Excel skills required. Knowledge of DOT and ICC requirements, usually gained through practical experience, preferred. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to perform and organize several projects at one time. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing, Economics or equivalent experience preferred. One to two years of transportation rate experience preferred. One to two years of P.C. computer experience preferred, with an Excel emphasis preferred. Zero to six months of customer service experience preferred. Physical Requirements Seeing and hearing: read documents, computer screen, answer phones, 75‑100% communicate in person. Standing and walking – 0‑24%. Climbing, stooping, squatting and kneeling – 0‑24%. Dexterity: utilizing phone, typing, and writing – 75‑100%. Lift in excess of 10 pounds – 0‑24%. Benefits This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans; a 401(k) plan; a stock purchase plan; paid time off; life insurance; disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age. #J-18808-Ljbffr Werner Enterprises Inc