As our National Road Logistics Tender & Pricing Manager, you will play a critical role in securing new business opportunities and supporting the continued success of our Road Logistics division.
Working closely with Sales, Operations, Customer Solutions, and international stakeholders, you will lead the tender and pricing process for strategic opportunities, ensuring commercially competitive and operationally viable solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end tender management process for Road Logistics opportunities, ensuring high-quality and timely submissions.
- Develop competitive pricing strategies that balance customer requirements, operational feasibility, and profitability.
- Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Customer Solutions, and international stakeholders to design tailored logistics solutions.
- Analyze customer requirements, market trends, and cost structures to create compelling commercial proposals.
- Drive continuous improvement in tender processes, pricing methodologies, and bid management practices.
- Support strategic growth initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance service offerings and customer value propositions.
- Manage tender pipelines, priorities, and timelines to ensure successful delivery across multiple opportunities.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the bid process.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Road Logistics, including experience in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in tender management, pricing, business development, or commercial roles within transportation, freight forwarding, or logistics.
- Strong understanding of Road Logistics operations, European transport networks, and supply chain solutions.
- Demonstrated success in developing winning commercial proposals and managing complex customer opportunities.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, model pricing scenarios, and make commercially sound recommendations.
- Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
- Effective stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence cross‑functional teams in a matrix environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong presentation skills, with experience creating customer‑facing proposals.
- Commercial mindset, customer focus, and a proactive approach to identifying and driving business opportunities.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Chance to build a rewarding career within an international organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and customer excellence.
National Road Logistics Tender & Pricing Manager in Dartford employer: Kuehne Nagel
Kuehne + Nagel is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant work culture where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities tailored to enhance your skills in the logistics sector. Located in a dynamic environment, our team enjoys competitive benefits and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the world of international road logistics.
