Marketing Analyst IET - London, Greater London, United Kingdom
Job Purpose
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.