Job Req Number: 117782
Time Type: Full Time
Move forward as Ocean Freight Pricing Specialist at DSV in Rotterdam
Whether you have just graduated or already have experience in ocean freight, if you enjoy working with rates, quotations, and commercial customer contact, this is your opportunity! As a Pricing Specialist, you ensure that customers receive competitive quotations quickly and professionally. Let's close this deal, apply now and join us at DSV.
You get it done
As a pricing analyst, you will work daily with freight rates, quotations, and customer inquiries. You will collaborate closely with shipping lines, the Sales team, and customers to ensure every quotation meets the customer's requirements while supporting the company's commercial objectives: You’re on it.
How you do this? By building long-term customer relationships and translating customer requests into competitive, tailored quotations. You analyze freight rates, negotiate with shipping lines and carriers, and monitor market developments to achieve the best balance between price and service. Experience as a freight forwarder, export coordinator, or in a similar logistics role provides an excellent foundation for this position. With your commercial mindset, strong communication skills, and customer-focused approach, you'll turn every inquiry into a successful opportunity. You achieve this by:
- managing and preparing new quotation requests for LCL, FCL, reefer, and dangerous goods shipments;
- preparing competitive quotations by requesting, comparing, and negotiating rates with shipping lines, agents, and other logistics partners;
- proactively following up on outstanding quotations and maintaining close contact with customers to successfully convert opportunities into business;
- processing and maintaining quotations and customer information in CargoWise, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date;
- handing over accepted quotations to the Forwarding team, ensuring a smooth transition to the operational execution phase.
Your team stands out within DSV for its blend of young talent and experienced professionals. Together with 10 enthusiastic colleagues, you are part of a close-knit team where collaboration, knowledge sharing, and supporting one another are at the heart of everything you do. Whether you are just starting your career or already have years of experience as an ocean freight pricing specialist, we believe that talent, motivation, and the right mindset are just as important as the number of years you've spent in the industry.
We are DSV, we grow
DSV is a global provider of transport and logistics services. With offices in more than 90 countries and a growing network of partners, there is no place in the world we cannot reach via transport by air, sea, rail, courier or road or where we can offer storage in warehouses.
Thanks to the diversity of our customers, transport modes, and global network, no two days are ever the same. No matter how many years of experience you have, each day brings new challenges and opportunities to solve complex pricing questions. That's exactly what keeps the role dynamic and allows you to continue developing yourself every day, says Jordi Teubel, Supervisor Pricing & Tender Management.
In the Netherlands, we operate from over 40 branches, with more than 5,000 colleagues. Together we rise to the challenge of a rapidly changing environment. We make quick decisions at every level and combine ambition and teamwork. This is how we move forward and make a difference together.
You bring
- you are eager, proactive, and bring an energetic approach to your work;
- a commercial mindset and a strong customer focus;
- knowledge of ocean freight or experience in a similar role is an advantage;
- You have a good command of both Dutch (B1 level) and English, spoken and written.
It all counts for this vacancy of ocean freight pricing specialist in Rotterdam. Furthermore, it is of course important that you feel at home with us. That will certainly be possible if you like to keep going, have guts and want to grow with DSV.
You get
Working at DSV means working at one of the top players in the logistics market. DSV is entrepreneurial and competitive, which is why we always want to grow as an organization. That is why we are looking for people who want to grow with us. Besides a challenging job in an international environment we also offer:
- a competitive salary, depending on your knowledge and experience, ranging from €3,000 to €3,500 gross per month based on a 40-hour workweek, plus a 5% annual bonus and 8% holiday allowance;
- enjoy 28 days of annual leave (full time basis) to spend with friends and family;
- personal growth through our DSV Academy and external training in logistics or other relevant fields;
- and last but not least additional perks such as our bike plan and the fiscfree program, providing net savings.
Move forward
Send your resume with a cover letter or leave your details, and we’ll get in touch with you. Still have questions about this vacancy? Our corporate recruiter Cindy Visser will answer all your questions via +31 6 8229 7557 or [email protected].
We will only contact you via our official company email addresses (e.g., @dsv.com or @nl.dsv.com) and never reach out to candidates through personal email providers such as Gmail or Hotmail
DSV – Global transport and logistics
Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.
With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.
At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.
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