Manager - Contract Logistics/SCM, Transport
At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.
Pricing Strategy Development: Create and implement pricing strategies for transportation services, ensuring competitiveness while maintaining profitability.
Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to understand pricing trends, competitor rates, and customer expectations, adjusting pricing models accordingly.
Cost Analysis: Analyze transportation costs, including fuel, labor, and operational expenses, to determine optimal pricing structures. Ensure continuous improvement and corrective & preventive actions for issues.
Rate Development: Create and maintain comprehensive rate cards for transportation services, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for internal teams and customers.
Rate Negotiation: Negotiate rates and contracts with carriers, suppliers, and customers to secure favorable terms and ensure cost-effectiveness.
Collaboration with Sales and Operations: Work closely with sales and operations teams to align pricing strategies with business objectives and customer requirements.
Performance Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to pricing and profitability, preparing reports for senior management.
Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure pricing practices comply with legal and regulatory standards, mitigating risks associated with pricing decisions.
- Minimum Diploma/Degree Holder supply chain management, logistics or business administration.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in transport logistics or supply chain management in supervision or management of logistics or related field.
- Good analytical skills in costing, P&L and data analysis on process and system.
- Good trouble shooting skills to establish root causes and provide effective solutions.
- A self-starter, demonstrate a track record of high-performance work without immediate management supervision.
- Have proven experience in running effective teams and ability to work with core team members and cross-functional teams in a matrix managed environment.
- In-depth knowledge of Malaysian transportation regulations and industry best practices.