Bid Analyst

JOB PURPOSE

The Bid Analyst is responsible for analyzing and reviewing all less-than-truckload data for prospective clients, and implementing the less-than-truckload solution once the client has signed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze bills and data from freight studies.
• Lead bid preparation and data collection.
• Create benchmark and review with client.
• Prepare carrier recommendation and present to the client.
• Negotiate carrier pricing contracts with decision-making ability.
• Maintain bid management tools and databases to track bid opportunities, status, and
• outcomes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• Logistics and Transportation experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common English business communication including invoices, letters, and bills of lading.
• Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from the customer.
• Ability to effectively present information to clients and management.
• Ability to apply strong mathematics to meet goals.
• Strong skill set involving Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to handle complex analytical tasks involving multiple variables.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
• Ability to understand and act upon verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to comprehend and explain pricing models mathematically.
• Ability to listen to a situation and provide potential solutions within Pricing/Carrier Relations framework
• Ability to collect and review data in order to create reports and summaries
• Strong reasoning skills and ability to offer both written and verbal advice.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong mathematical skills

**MAY PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED**

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Standard office environment, usually indoors away from the elements with moderate noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Maintain a stationary position for extended periods; move about the office, operate computers and files, as needed; and frequently communicate with others. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee is required to lift boxes up to 20 pounds.

SCHEDULING

This is a full-time benefits-eligible position, working Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. An employee in this position must be available to work occasionally on weekends and evenings, during peak periods.

TRAVEL

Local travel is required. Out of state travel is limited, but may be required for special training/conferences.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

EEOC/ADA STATEMENT:

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. In an effort to recruit, develop and retain top talent, we are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in all personnel practices to ensure equal opportunity for employment, promotion, and training for a more inclusive workforce.