What are the responsibilities and job description for the Managed Trade Specialist position at BDP International?
About PSA BDP:
PSA BDP, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of globally integrated and port-centric supply chain, transportation, and logistics solutions. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and employs more than 5,500 people worldwide.
We are a team that celebrates our unique diversity and close-knit community atmosphere. Our core values begin at the very top and span the broad reach of our global community.
We offer dynamic careers for those individuals looking to be a part of something bigger and provide unequivocal opportunities for growth within the organization.
PSA BDP serves over 5,000 customers, including some of the world's leading multinational companies within the chemical, retail & consumer, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, and electric vehicle & industrial verticals.
Position Purpose & Summary
PSA BDP is looking for a driven professional that will be responsible for processing rate requests for ocean exports from North America. The candidate must demonstrate familiarity with basic shipping policies and procedures. The candidate will support the development, implementation, and execution of the regional pricing strategies while optimizing revenue contribution and market growth.
Responsibilities:
- Negotiate service contracts with different carriers to obtain competitive ocean, land, and consolidation rates.
- Respond to spot quotation requests and implement tariffs utilizing internal rate platform
- Communicate with customers and sales/operations staff to resolve pricing issues, make recommendations, and implement corrective action.
- Work with Product leadership team to develop pricing strategies.
- Become a subject matter expert on specified tradelane (ie.carrier service portfolios, contractual terms, free time, Hazmat restrictions, equipment, etc..).
- Build and maintain strong positive relationships with carriers to determine optimal pricing to better meet customer’s business requirements.
- Support team with carrier meetings, FMC filings, and other compliance and trade matters
