Pricing Associate

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Set and optimize short term rates to maximize trade profitability while delivering on volume, utilization, and revenue targets
• Collect and optimize input data for pricing models, monitor pricing trends and conduct pricing analysis and modelling to enable dynamic and data driven pricing decisions
• Alignment and execution with the frontline organization
• Ensure market relevant rates are offered through digital platforms
• Execution of the trade strategy in line with the trade and global direction
• Share market and customer insights with Global Ocean team, to be used for product and network development
• Continuous development and optimization of pricing processes, models, frameworks, and tools
• Drive the use of and support implementation of digital tools
• Development and governance of contracting and quoting policies, with the focus on improving customer experience and simplification
• Required competencies:
• Analytical mindset
• Strong commercial acumen and customer orientation
• Proven track record of data analysis using Excel and Power BI
• Good communication skills, with excellent stakeholder management skills and ability to work across levels and geographies
• Proficient in verbal and written English
• Decisiveness and ability to execute and drive for results, including being comfortable with taking calculated risks
• Resilience and ability to persist and adapt despite challenges
• Additional skills which are preferred:
• Insight into the Liner Shipping industry and trade management
• Theoretical knowledge of revenue management mechanisms and dynamic pricing
• In-depth understanding of marketing, specifically competitor and market segmentation analysis
• We're committed to embracing the rich geographical diversity present in the communities where we operate, including here in the UAE.
• Alongside our dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace environment, we're actively supporting Emiratization initiatives set forth by the UAE government, ensuring the meaningful and efficient employment of its citizens.
• While we welcome applications from all qualified candidates for this position, we are currently prioritizing candidates that hold a UAE Family book.
• Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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