Commercial Specialist

Who is DHL Global Forwarding?

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is part of the DHL Group. While the DHL Group employs more than 580,000 people globally, DGF has around 31,000 freight forwarding experts in more than 190 countries around the world, with around 1,000 of us based in the UK across 15 Sites. As the experts in Freight Forwarding since 1815, we are the global specialists in Air, Ocean and Rail Freight. 

You name it, we’ve shipped it - from brown bears to aircraft engines, to lifesaving medicines and luxury cars! We are also proud to partner with some of the well-known global sporting series, movie franchises and music tours.

Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we’re committed to helping our Forwarders to realise their full potential, supported by our own development journey - Certified International Forwarder  (CIF). 

Our Values 

Every day we are guided by our values: Passion, Entrepreneurship, Excellence and Teamwork.

We are extremely passionate about our people and what we do, which is why DHL Global Forwarding is recognised as a Top Employer and a Great Place to Work, because we are specialists in providing Excellence, Simply Delivered. 

In addition to our values, we promote an open and honest feedback culture based on Respect & Results, whereby our employees embrace diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, while ensuring that we never compromise our integrity and compliance.

Role Overview          

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Pricing Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in freight forwarding, with a focus on both in-gauge and project pricing. This role is crucial for ensuring competitive and profitable pricing strategies that align with our business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain pricing models for all in-gauge and project shipments, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness in the market.
• Analyze market trends, customer requirements, and competitor pricing to inform pricing strategies.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and finance teams to gather data and insights that impact pricing decisions.
• Prepare and present pricing proposals to clients, ensuring clarity and alignment with their needs.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of pricing strategies, making adjustments as necessary to optimize profitability.
• Maintain comprehensive pricing databases and documentation to ensure compliance and facilitate reporting.
• Assist in the development of pricing policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Provide training and support to sales teams on pricing strategies and tools.
• Ensures that all interactions are compliant with DPDHL Code of Conduct and other compliance requirements e.g. anti-corruption
• Contribute to the First Choice continuous improvement program

Skills and Experience: 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pricing, preferably within the freight forwarding or logistics industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proficiency in pricing software and tools, along with   Excel skills.
• Knowledge of international shipping regulations and market dynamics.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme which includes life assurance 
• Access to professional employee assistance and wellbeing programme
• A competitive package of voluntary benefits including retail, entertainment, gym membership, cycle to work scheme, contribution to eye care costs, and many more discounts 
• Training and Development opportunities with a strong focus on internal promotion

HOURS/SHIFT PATTERN: 37.5 hours per week (Mon – Fri) 

Please note: Due to the nature of our business we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants once offered employment to provide a full 5 year employment history.  Additional to this we are required to carry out a Criminal Record Check.

What’s Next?

If you would like to be considered for this position, then please apply via our careers website with a copy of your CV outlining your experience to date and suitability for the role. 

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows.

Our culture is focused on personal commitment – to our customers, to each other, to our communities and to the environment. We reward excellent work and we nurture the talents of our employees. This enables you as an employee to develop your expertise and your career in different areas or divisions – and even in other countries.

We are committed to creating a workplace that ensures mutual respect and is focused on results. We hire talented people from all backgrounds – irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnicity, social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity. Diversity enriches our workplace, drives our success, and helps us deliver excellence.