We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Logistics Procurement Specialist (contractor) specializing in Air Pricing to join our Pricing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for air freight, including sourcing forwarders and airlines, managing RFQs, negotiating competitive rates, and securing strategic capacity.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
Identify, evaluate, qualify, and register new logistics suppliers, including:
Airlines
Freight Forwarders
GSA (General Sales Agents)
CFS (Container Freight Stations)
Air Cargo Handling Agents
Drayage and Intermodal Carriers
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with logistics service providers.
Conduct supplier capability assessments, performance evaluations, and risk analysis.
Maintain supplier database and vendor qualification records.
Airline Procurement & Contract Management
Source and negotiate direct agreements with airlines, including:
Block Space Agreements (BSA)
General Sales Agent (GSA) Agreements
Special Rate Agreements (SPA) where applicable
Negotiate transportation rates, capacity allocations, service commitments, payment terms, and contractual conditions.
Coordinate with Legal to review, finalize, and execute transportation agreements.
Monitor contract compliance, expiration dates, and renewal opportunities.
RFQ/RFP Management
Develop, issue, and manage RFQ/RFP packages for:
Samsung business
Non-Samsung business opportunities
Collect, organize, and validate supplier quotations.
Coordinate competitive bidding events among multiple logistics providers.
Ensure RFQ submissions comply with procurement standards and customer requirements.
Pricing & Cost Analysis
Analyze transportation quotations across multiple cost elements, including:
Air Freight
Fuel Surcharge
Security Charges
Terminal Handling Charges
Documentation Fees
Pick-up & Delivery
Customs Brokerage
DG Charges
Accessorial Charges
Build financial simulations and cost comparison models.
Perform landed cost and total logistics cost analysis.
Conduct market benchmarking for air freight rates, carrier capacity, and transit times.
Recommend optimal carrier and forwarder selections based on cost, service, and operational performance.
Procurement Strategy
Develop procurement strategies to improve competitiveness and achieve cost savings.
Identify sourcing opportunities through market research and industry benchmarking.
Evaluate market trends, airline capacity, and seasonal pricing fluctuations.
Support annual procurement initiatives and carrier sourcing events.
Business Development Support
Partner with Sales to develop competitive logistics solutions for customers.
Recommend transportation strategies that improve customers' supply chain performance.
Support implementation of new business opportunities by coordinating with operations and procurement teams.
Assist in preparing pricing proposals for customer bids and tenders.
Procurement Systems & Reporting
Administer internal procurement and quotation management systems.
Maintain sourcing documentation and procurement records.
Prepare procurement reports, KPI dashboards, and supplier performance metrics.
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with:
Sales
Operations
Finance
Legal
Customer Service
Global Procurement
Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and pricing processes.
Job Requirements
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree required (Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance preferred).
4+ years of experience in freight forwarding, 3PL, or logistics sourcing/operations, with a strict focus on Air Freight.
Proven, hands-on experience managing RFP/RFQ processes and conducting financial data analysis.
Technical & Professional Skills
Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel: Must be comfortable handling large-scale quotation and cost analysis using complex formulas, Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation, VLOOKUP, COUNTIF, SUMIF, and Power Query
Strong problem-solving mindset and sharp negotiation tactics.
Excellent collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional global teams.
Work Adaptability & Travel
Ability to thrive and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility: Willingness to work additional hours, weekends, or holidays outside of regularly scheduled business hours when required to meet critical business needs.
Travel: Willingness to travel up to 20% for business-related needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience working directly within a major Freight Forwarder, Broker Company, or 3PL.
Work Location: Cerritos, CA or Plano, TX
Pay Range: $24.00/hour to $34.50/hour
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k)
retirement plan; paid sick leave; life, accidental death & dismemberment
(AD&D), and long-term disability (LTD) insurance; and optional voluntary
life/AD&D coverage. Benefits are subject to eligibility and applicable plan
terms.