Pricing Analyst

About the role

The TransPacific Pricing Analyst is an essential role within the Transpacific Pricing Team, responsible for driving the pricing strategy and execution for TransPacific Eastbound (TPEB) trade lanes. This role focuses on optimizing yield and volume through meticulous market analysis, competitive rate computation, and seamless stakeholder coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Execute daily calculations for ocean freight rates, surcharges including General Rate Increase (GRI), Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF), Peak Season Surcharge (PSS), and customized detention/demurrage (D&D) packages
• Evaluate individual shipment profitability and provide data-backed recommendations for rate adjustments based on vessel utilization and equipment flow
• Audit and maintain internal pricing databases (Liner Suites) and reference tools, ensuring 100% accuracy of periodic updates and tariff filings
• Maintain a rigorous digital archive of all rate agreements, side letters, and pricing correspondences to ensure audit readiness and dispute resolution
• Act as the primary bridge between Sales and Operations, providing clear instructions for Liner-related activities to ensure booking alignment with agreed-upon rates
• Partner with regional offices in Asia and North America to monitor shifting market trends, prevailing price levels, competitor blank sailings, and local port congestion impacts
• Address complex pricing inquiries and billing discrepancies, providing priority support to both internal sales teams and external VIP clients
• Monitor and synthesize data from indices to benchmark company performance against the prevailing market
• Generate weekly Liner Marketing Reports and statistical dashboards to track volume vs. target
• Support management with What-If scenarios and impact analysis for proposed rate changes or new service string launches

About you

• 0 to 2 years' experience in Logistics, Freight Forwarding, or Ocean Operations
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, IF Statements, and Pivot Tables
• Prior exposure to, or the ability to quickly master, proprietary ERPs (e.g., OPUS) and Service Management tools (e.g., ServiceNow/SNOW)
• Analytical mindset with ability to identify trends within raw data and translate them into actionable pricing strategies
• High attention to detail with commitment to meeting strict daily and weekly reporting deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for clear coordination with local, regional, and global teams and partners
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with strict cut-off times

About us

ONE Manila Marketing and Commercial Center (OMMC) operates in the containerized cargo shipping industry.