Marketing Analyst IET - London, Greater London, United Kingdom
Job Purpose
Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first. To perform Marketing Pricing analyst & Space Control roles therein implementing and communicating Trade Policy & objectives through day to day activities for Intra-Europe Trade (IE).
Primary Job Responsibilities and Measurement To act as Pricing Analyst Focal Point for designated region(s) whilst demonstrating a sound awareness of the regional commodities/markets and operational infrastructure. To support the implementation/development of Digital tools within the Intra Europe trade. To act as the Focal Point of Space Control for designated region(s) / Services whilst demonstrating a sound awareness of the regional commodities/markets and operational infrastructure. Responsible for Laden and Empty space management ensuring that respective Trade achieves same in/ same out equipment flow and/or 100% slot utilisation on vessels as per respective Trade policy. Coordinate implementation of Country-wise Customer Allocation process and performance management thereof. Prepare daily reports which facilitate the process management & optimisation of vessel allocations. Example, submit a Container Booking Forecast to the Ship Operator. To perform regular structural review of regions performance against target levels & follow-up on any performance deviations. Responding to rate requests in a timely fashion (within 24hrs) whilst analysing & judging business contribution in the context of current/prospected market conditions as well as Trade / region performance. Completing timely and accurate tender submissions demonstrating commercial awareness & sound pricing in the process. Complete regular KPI reports and follow up on any deviations. To represent the Intra Europe Trade team at internal & external meetings as & when required. To be fully proficient with all Trade Management OPUS Modules and perform timely and accurate review & maintenance of the same when & where required. Scope of Role Budget: Responsible for regional performance versus Trade targets / business plan and assist in setting targets for areas of direct pricing responsibility. People Management and Organization: Not Applicable Location: London RHQ Breadth and Range of Responsibilities: Implementing pricing policy in varied markets. Executing decision making in context within the varying trade direction and market dynamics. Problems / Challenges faced Reacting swiftly to ever changing market dynamics. Making sure due diligence is applied to all pricing actions. Judging commercial merits of customers / business. Adjusting Pricing mind-set in line with often changing trading circumstances Skills, Qualifications and Expertise Ability to analyse data Good knowledge of Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) Experience of working to tight deadlines Flexibility in approach to work. Ability to prioritise workload. Previous pricing / market liner shipping experience is desirable but not essential. Competencies Strong Analytical / Problem Solving skills Strong Communication – written skills Strong Communication – verbal skills Strong Organisation skills Strong Teamwork skills Flexibility Proactive Systematic approach to work. Ability to form strong working relationships. Key Relationships The job holder will work closely with and support the IE Asst Marketing / Trade Manager for all commercial operations and strategy, administrative and management tasks. The job holder will work closely with, structurally assist and support IE Marketing department for commercial strategy and implementation regionally. The job holder will work closely with and support HQ Trade for commercial strategy and implementation. The job holder will deal directly with National Organisations and TPA’s for commercial strategy and implementation The job holder may deal directly with customers to negotiate Rates and Terms and Conditions What we offer: Paid annual leave of 25 days per annum plus UK bank and public holidays. Hybrid working arrangement. Membership of the Company’s Group Personal Pension Plan. Performance Related Pay a pay award and discretionary annual bonus linked directly to their performance in addition to annual review. Permanent Health Insurance. Death in Service. Private Medical Cover (BUPA) after two years’ service. Employee Assistance Programme, with free independent confidential support and virtual GP services. An interest free annual travel season ticket loan. Family leave policies enhanced above statutory. Access to the UK’s TaxFree Childcare scheme. Enhanced company sick pay policy. Medical health check. Annual eye test and contribution towards glasses for VDU prescriptions. Online employee discount platform Application The closing date for this vacancy is 10th January 2025 but if a significant number of applications are received, it will close earlier. Applicants must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.
Hit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first. To perform Marketing Pricing analyst & Space Control roles therein implementing and communicating Trade Policy & objectives through day to day activities for Intra-Europe Trade (IE).
Primary Job Responsibilities and Measurement To act as Pricing Analyst Focal Point for designated region(s) whilst demonstrating a sound awareness of the regional commodities/markets and operational infrastructure. To support the implementation/development of Digital tools within the Intra Europe trade. To act as the Focal Point of Space Control for designated region(s) / Services whilst demonstrating a sound awareness of the regional commodities/markets and operational infrastructure. Responsible for Laden and Empty space management ensuring that respective Trade achieves same in/ same out equipment flow and/or 100% slot utilisation on vessels as per respective Trade policy. Coordinate implementation of Country-wise Customer Allocation process and performance management thereof. Prepare daily reports which facilitate the process management & optimisation of vessel allocations. Example, submit a Container Booking Forecast to the Ship Operator. To perform regular structural review of regions performance against target levels & follow-up on any performance deviations. Responding to rate requests in a timely fashion (within 24hrs) whilst analysing & judging business contribution in the context of current/prospected market conditions as well as Trade / region performance. Completing timely and accurate tender submissions demonstrating commercial awareness & sound pricing in the process. Complete regular KPI reports and follow up on any deviations. To represent the Intra Europe Trade team at internal & external meetings as & when required. To be fully proficient with all Trade Management OPUS Modules and perform timely and accurate review & maintenance of the same when & where required. Scope of Role Budget: Responsible for regional performance versus Trade targets / business plan and assist in setting targets for areas of direct pricing responsibility. People Management and Organization: Not Applicable Location: London RHQ Breadth and Range of Responsibilities: Implementing pricing policy in varied markets. Executing decision making in context within the varying trade direction and market dynamics. Problems / Challenges faced Reacting swiftly to ever changing market dynamics. Making sure due diligence is applied to all pricing actions. Judging commercial merits of customers / business. Adjusting Pricing mind-set in line with often changing trading circumstances Skills, Qualifications and Expertise Ability to analyse data Good knowledge of Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) Experience of working to tight deadlines Flexibility in approach to work. Ability to prioritise workload. Previous pricing / market liner shipping experience is desirable but not essential. Competencies Strong Analytical / Problem Solving skills Strong Communication – written skills Strong Communication – verbal skills Strong Organisation skills Strong Teamwork skills Flexibility Proactive Systematic approach to work. Ability to form strong working relationships. Key Relationships The job holder will work closely with and support the IE Asst Marketing / Trade Manager for all commercial operations and strategy, administrative and management tasks. The job holder will work closely with, structurally assist and support IE Marketing department for commercial strategy and implementation regionally. The job holder will work closely with and support HQ Trade for commercial strategy and implementation. The job holder will deal directly with National Organisations and TPA’s for commercial strategy and implementation The job holder may deal directly with customers to negotiate Rates and Terms and Conditions What we offer: Paid annual leave of 25 days per annum plus UK bank and public holidays. Hybrid working arrangement. Membership of the Company’s Group Personal Pension Plan. Performance Related Pay a pay award and discretionary annual bonus linked directly to their performance in addition to annual review. Permanent Health Insurance. Death in Service. Private Medical Cover (BUPA) after two years’ service. Employee Assistance Programme, with free independent confidential support and virtual GP services. An interest free annual travel season ticket loan. Family leave policies enhanced above statutory. Access to the UK’s TaxFree Childcare scheme. Enhanced company sick pay policy. Medical health check. Annual eye test and contribution towards glasses for VDU prescriptions. Online employee discount platform Application The closing date for this vacancy is 10th January 2025 but if a significant number of applications are received, it will close earlier. Applicants must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.
