Logistics Ocean Pricing Operations and Business Management

Company: Volt
Location: Cerritos
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

Volt is immediately hiring for Logistics Ocean Pricing Operations and Business Management in Cerritos, CA.

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Perks:

Relocation package is available to Cerritos, CA.
Wellness program
Parental leave
401K match and savings plan





As Logistics Ocean Pricing Operations and Business Management you will:

Oversee ocean freight pricing strategies, transportation operations. Oversee end-to-end ocean freight operations, ensuring timely delivery and efficient coordination with ports, carriers, and warehouses.
Support sales activities to drive business growth.
Read operations processes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness in the team.
Develop and manage competitive ocean freight pricing strategies to maximize profitability.
Negotiate rates with ocean carriers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
Monitor market trends, carrier performance, and cost changes to adjust pricing accordingly.
Read and supervise transportation operations, ensuring compliance with cost, timelines, and quality standards.
Implement operational improvements to reduce costs and improve service quality.
Prepare detailed rate quotes and proposals for internal teams and customers.
Manage multimodal logistics, including trucking, rail, and drayage for inbound/outbound shipments.
Resolve operational challenges, such as delays, discrepancies, or routing issues, with attention to cost-effectiveness.
Work closely with warehouse teams for efficient cargo handling and inventory management.
Collaborate with the sales team to support pricing proposals and secure new business.
Conduct presentations and provide insights on pricing structures to internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain strong relationships with key clients, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
Identify and pursue opportunities to expand service offerings to meet customer needs.
Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations, customs documentation, and company policies.
Analyze data and generate reports on pricing trends, profit margins, and operational efficiency.
Conduct performance reviews and provide insights to management for strategic decision-making.





This is a full-time Direct Hire opportunity.





The ideal candidate will have:

Education: Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, industrial engineering, business administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in ocean freight pricing, operations, and transportation logistics.
Strong knowledge of international shipping regulations and industry practices.
Strong understanding of logistics operations, supply chain management, warehouse management, and transportation best practices.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in logistics software and data analysis tools. ERP and WMS understanding and experience is a plus
Demonstrated ability to lead change management efforts and drive cultural transformation.
Commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to identifying and implementing innovative solutions.
Ability to work additional hours beyond normal schedule as needed to meet project deadlines.
Ability to travel up to 20% to customer sites.





Salary: $120,000 - $150,000/year plus annual bonus
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.



Benefits: Since this is a Direct Hire role, benefits will be provided by the employer.



Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.



Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email hr_dept@volt.com or call (866) 898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.



Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. - 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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