Pricing Analyst

Job Title: Pricing Analyst - Logistics/Transportation Solutions The Pricing Analyst leads the development and execution of strategic pricing strategies and modeling to ensure competitiveness and profitability across the company. This role manages RFQ activities, oversees complex project pricing, and collaborates with internal teams to secure business and optimize pricing structures. Additionally, the senior manager drives continuous improvement initiatives, ensures compliance in specialty freight areas, and maintains key certifications. Leading a team of analysts and freight managers, the Senior Pricing Manager provides strategic direction, mentorship, and ensures alignment with company goals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. About MW Logistics: MW Logistics is an award-winning, privately held third-party logistics (3PL) provider with nearly 25 years in the industry. Specializing in Dedicated Freight, Freight Brokerage, Yard Management and Drayage services, we cover North America, including the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. We serve customers across various sectors, from packaged goods and retail to industrial supplies, and pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, tailored logistics solutions. Responsibilities:
Pricing Strategy & Analysis: Conduct the strategic pricing processes and management of bid cycles, ensuring pricing models are competitive and data driven.
RFQ Management: Manage the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, ensuring accurate pricing and competitive proposals are provided for projects.
Customer & Market Analysis: Analyze financial and market data to develop pricing strategies for both new and existing customer relationships. Professional Qualifications and Experience:
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience With Power BI is required.
Data Analysis & Financial Expertise: Strong analytical and mathematical skills to develop pricing structures, manage budgets, and monitor profit/loss across lanes and lines of business.
Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work cross-functionally and with external stakeholders.
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze information, propose solutions, and make sound decisions based on data and customer needs.
Time Management & Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Education: Bachelor's Degree required.
Experience: 5 - 7 years in the logistics/transportation industry, with 3 - 5 years in data analysis, pricing, or related fields.
Systems: Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience With Power BI is required.
Data Analysis: Ability to develop and provide reporting on trends and analysis of data
Develop pricing models based on financial analysis and market data.
Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic pricing decisions.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure best practices across pricing functions.
Stay up to date with industry trends by attending relevant training, seminars, and workshops. Office: Hours: In-office, 8:00am - 5:00 pm. A one-hour lunch between 11:00 am - 1:00pm as scheduled by department leadership to ensure ongoing coverage. As a 24/7/365 operation, must be available to work after hours, weekend and holiday hours as needed to meet work demands. Reports to: Director of Operations Physical requirements: Sedentary - Involves lifting articles weighing no more than 10 pounds at a time or occasionally lifting or carrying articles such as docket files, ledgers, or small tools; and despite involving sitting on a regular basis, may require walking or standing on an occasional basis. Working conditions: Office environment