Transportation Pricing Specialist

 The Opportunity:The Transportation Pricing Specialist plays a key role in developing, evaluating, and managing the pricing database to support strategic decision-making and ensure transportation services remain both competitive and financially sustainable. Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 17. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration. Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life: Maintain and audit pricing databases within Transportation Management Systems (SAP) to ensure accuracy in billing, invoicing, and rate structures. Maintaining weekly fuel surcharge rates in SAP Managing rate structures and pricing databases for various transportation modes (LTL, FTL, intermodal and Cross Border). Analyze transportation costs, industry benchmarks, and market trends to identify pricing opportunities and recommend strategic adjustments. Analyzing transportation costs, market trends to recommend optimal pricing strategies. Utilizing advanced Excel tools and transportation management systems (SAP) for reporting and cost variance analysis. Utilizing Excel and analytical tools to generate monthly reporting. Providing strategic insights into leadership on pricing performance, Carrier cost trends, and optimization opportunities. Identify process inefficiencies and recommend enhancements to pricing workflows, tools, and data management practices.  Meet with MLF Freight Audit, Planning, and other internal stakeholders to identify variances, opportunities and assist in issue management. Perform other duties as assigned What You’ll Bring: Knowledge of distribution, transportation, and freight costing. 3-5 years of Logistics experience including experience in managing pricing tables for full load, LTL, International, Rail and Cross Border. Professional designation (e.g.: CITT, P. Log) or other related courses would be an asset. Demonstrates strong collaboration skills. Strongly aligned with Maple Leaf Values Superior oral and written communication skills Exceptional analytical skills with ability to provide insight. Strong problem solving, prioritization & organization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects with strict timelines. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Strong interpersonal skills that allow for informal and formal networking across the organization Strong skills in Microsoft Excel Functional capability with SAP TM would be an asset. What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods: Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America. An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.  Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment. Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment. Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career. Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs. Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.