Pay rate: ~$31.77~/hr, DOE
Work Location: Taylor, TX
Contract Period: 1 yr
Job DescriptionThe Logistics Pricing Analyst – Warehousing & Distribution leads pricing strategy, cost analysis, and commercial contract management across direct-operated and 3PL networks. This role is responsible for end-to-end RFP/RFQ execution, vendor sourcing (MHE, staffing, racking, and automation), cost modeling, and operational procurement workflows utilizing the company’s internal logistics platform (Cello).
Key Responsibilities:
Pricing, Cost Analysis & Executive Reporting
- Build dynamic cost models (storage, labor, equipment, VAS) to evaluate 3PL proposals and benchmark against direct-operation costs.
- Generate executive-level reports, pricing summaries, and scenario comparisons to support strategic decision-making and site selection.
- Analyze rate structures and identify cost-saving and operational improvement opportunities across distribution centers.
Sourcing & Contract Management (3PL & Direct Operations)
- Lead RFI/RFP/RFQ processes for 3PL warehousing operations and direct-operation support vendors (staffing agencies, MHE providers, rack installers, automation systems).
- Partner with Legal, Procurement, and Operations to draft, review, and maintain service agreements (MSAs, SOWs, SLAs), rate cards.
- Oversee contract extensions, pricing amendments, and scope-change controls with internal/external partners.
- Conduct vendor benchmarking, commercial evaluations, and bid comparisons to ensure competitive pricing, service capability, and compliance with internal procurement requirements.
Logistics Platform (Cello) & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Execute end-to-end procurement workflows within the company’s procurement platform, including RFQ issuance, vendor quote consolidation, and commercial bid evaluations.
- Oversee contract and billing administration in Cello, ensuring timely registration of master rate cards, monitoring billing settlements, and resolving cost variances.
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, IT, Legal, and Finance to ensure pricing accuracy, operational feasibility, and system alignment.
Ad Hoc Projects & Strategic Initiatives
- Lead and support ad hoc logistics, sourcing, pricing, and operational projects driven by evolving business requirements, customer needs, and management priorities.
- Develop rapid business cases, cost analyses, market benchmarks, and sourcing strategies for new warehouse operations, network changes, customer opportunities, and special projects.
- Support new site launches, expansions, relocations, operational transitions, and other time-sensitive initiatives from initial feasibility assessment through vendor sourcing and implementation.
- Evaluate emerging logistics technologies and solutions, including warehouse automation, MHE, robotics, and other productivity-enhancement initiatives, from both operational and financial perspectives.
Qualifications
- Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; 5+ years of experience in logistics pricing, cost modeling, warehousing procurement, or contract administration.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced MS Excel (financial/cost modeling, pivot tables), PowerPoint, and enterprise logistics systems (Cello, TMS, WMS, ERP).
- Cost & Contract Acumen: Strong understanding of warehousing cost drivers, equipment leasing/purchasing, labor rates, and commercial contract structures (MSAs, SLAs, rate exhibits).
- Communication & Synthesis: Proven ability to translate complex data into clear leadership presentations and manage multi-stakeholder cross-functional projects.
- Korean-English bilingual required
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working with large-scale distribution networks or multiple DCs.
- Prior exposure to MHE leasing/purchasing, pallet pooling agreements, or temporary staffing procurement.
- Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean Logistics, or similar methodologies.
- Knowledge of compliance standards and safety regulations in warehouse logistics.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in logistics pricing, cost modeling, warehousing procurement, or contract administration
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial or cost modeling and pivot tables
- Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency
- Experience with enterprise logistics systems such as Cello, TMS, WMS, or ERP
- Strong understanding of warehousing cost drivers, equipment leasing or purchasing, labor rates, and commercial contract structures
- Ability to translate complex data into leadership presentations and manage cross-functional projects
- Korean-English bilingual proficiency
- Experience with large-scale distribution networks or multiple distribution centers
- Experience with MHE leasing or purchasing, pallet pooling agreements, or temporary staffing procurement
- Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean Logistics, or similar methodologies
- Knowledge of compliance standards and safety regulations in warehouse logistics
What We Do
SBT Global, Inc. is the premier manufacturer of personal watercraft (PWC) and jet boat parts, offering a wide range of remanufactured and new engines, engine blocks, crankshafts, pump parts, rebuild kits, and cables. As the largest supplier of aftermarket PWC parts, they provide a one-stop shop experience for customers, combining high-quality manufacturing with expert technical support to make PWC ownership more affordable.
