Regional Lead Assistant

This role ensures that Shipco participates in tenders with the right pricing strategy, competitive rates, and service approach. Coordinating and managing the tender process across Shipco Offices; ensures timely and competitive tender submissions while providing support to offices by aligning tender strategies with customer requirements and business objectives.

Coordinate and manage tender and RFQ activities across the Shipco Office (Europe). Work closely with Europe Resource Center, local offices, Regional Management, Trade Lane teams, and Global Tender teams. Review customer tender requirements and gather relevant information to assess business potential and opportunities.

Develop and support pricing strategies for tenders in consultation with relevant stakeholders. Ensure that approved pricing and service strategies are correctly implemented during tender execution. Validate tender rates using available pricing and costing tools. Support the development, maintenance, and improvement of costing/pricing tools.

Identify opportunities to improve pricing, service, and overall chances of winning new business. Manage tender follow-up and negotiation rounds, ensuring pricing remains aligned with the approved strategy. Review tender awards and highlight any pricing, commercial, or business concerns to the relevant stakeholders. Act as the key escalation/contact point for issues related to awarded tenders throughout the tender validity period.

Coordinate with relevant Shipco/WWA stakeholders to resolve tender-related issues. Participate in regional and global tender meetings and forums. Support ad-hoc projects and process improvement initiatives related to tender management. A Bachelor’s/Management degree. Minimum of 3–4 years of experience in the Freight Forwarding and Logistics domain.

Good commercial and analytical skills. Strong stakeholder and communication skills. Negotiation and problem-solving abilities. Hands-on experience with carrier contracts, tariffs, and pricing structures. Proven experience handling RFQs/RFPs. Ability to translate complex pricing structures into system logic. Strong attention to detail and decision-making skills.

Strong understanding of freight pricing and tender management. Ability to evaluate business opportunities and pricing strategies. Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines. Good knowledge of pricing/costing tools and Excel. At Shipco-IT, we pride ourselves on our vibrant and supportive culture. Exciting Work Culture : Join our friendly, supportive team and start making a difference from day one Innovate Logistics : Help improve global efficiency and shape the future of logistics Collaborative Environment : Work with leaders in the industry in a creative and open culture Growth Opportunities: Reach your full potential with abundant professional and personal development options Competitive Compensation: Earn a salary that reflects your skills and expertise Awards and Recognition: For outstanding performance or significant contributions to the company's success Join Shipco-IT and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of the transportation and logistics industry.

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