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Shaping the Future of Logistics- Your Career Starts at Röhlig

Whether it’s sea freight, air freight, or contract logistics, at Röhlig Logistics you’ll help create tailor-made solutions that move the world forward. As a global, family-owned company founded in Bremen, Germany in 1852, we’ve built our reputation on reliability and trusted partnerships.

Join our international team of more than 2,700 colleagues across 35+ countries and collaborate on exciting projects for customers around the world. You’ll work in a supportive, trust-based, and collaborative environment that values open communication and empowers you to share your ideas and grow professionally. At Röhlig, we’re committed to helping you build a long-term career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance — because we believe success is best achieved together.

Rohlig USA has 200 employees in 12 different Offices.

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Tender Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and a strategic mindset to support pricing, tender management, and business development initiatives across our organization.

What you will do:

Tender Management & Coordination

• Manage and coordinate tenders for US clients and global tenders involving the Rohlig network.
• Support tenders originating from the US, other countries, and internal network opportunities.
• Coordinate tender activities across regions, ensuring alignment with global strategy.
• Control timelines, milestones, and submission quality for all assigned tenders.
• Develop and implement winning tender strategies in cooperation with Sales and Product teams.

Pricing & Commercial Analysis

• Prepare competitive pricing solutions across all products within the Rohlig portfolio, including:
• Ocean Freight (FCL / LCL)
• Air Freight (AFR)
• Road Freight (FTL / LTL / Drayage)
• Customs Brokerage and additional logistics services
• Collect, validate, and analyze rates from carriers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Negotiate rates where required and ensure alignment with market conditions.
• Review pricing for accuracy, competitiveness, and profitability.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate closely with Sales, Product, Procurement, and Operations teams globally.
• Work with regional and country stakeholders to gather input and ensure alignment.
• Maintain strong communication across internal teams to ensure smooth tender execution.

Onboarding & Training Support

• Support onboarding of new team members within the Tender / Pricing function.
• Provide guidance and training to new hires on tender processes, tools, and best practices.
• Share knowledge and contribute to team capability development.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative solutions to improve tender efficiency and quality.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, tools, and workflows.
• Support the creation and maintenance of databases, templates, and digital tools for tender management.
• Drive continuous improvement based on feedback and lessons learned from tender activities.

Stakeholder Communication & Coordination

• Lead and facilitate internal tender calls and teleconferences across regions.
• Act as a central point of contact for communication related to assigned tenders.
• Coordinate communication between Sales, Product, and global stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely delivery.

Reporting & Performance Tracking

• Track and report on tender activity, performance, and success rates.
• Maintain records of submitted tenders, pricing decisions, and outcomes.
• Provide feedback and insights to management and stakeholders to support strategic decisions.
• Analyze tender results to improve future competitiveness.

General Sales Support

• Provide flexible support to Sales teams as required.
• Participate in internal meetings and customer discussions when applicable.

Performance & KPI Management

• Monitor and follow defined KPIs related to tender performance (e.g. win ratio, turnaround time, margin levels).
• Ensure adherence to internal targets and deadlines.
• Identify gaps and implement corrective actions to improve performance.

What you will bring:

• Proven experience in Freight Forwarding, preferably in Tender Management and/or Pricing.
• Strong knowledge of global logistics products (Ocean, Air, Road, Customs).
• Advanced MS Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Good geographical and market knowledge.
• Strong commercial mindset and customer-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure with deadlines.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solution oriented.
• Team player with the ability to work in a global environment.

Key Characteristics

• Results-driven and highly motivated
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Continuous improvement mindset

What we offer you:

At Röhlig, we believe in supporting our employees' well-being, growth, and work-life balance. That’s why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to empower you both personally and professionally:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Keeping you and your family healthy is our priority.
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match – We’re invested in your future and help you save for retirement.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Whether you’re planning a vacation, taking care of personal needs, or just need a mental health day, we’ve got you covered.
• Supportive Work Environment – From career development opportunities to a collaborative see culture, we ensure you feel valued every step of the way.
• Salary -$80,000-$90,000

If you’re looking for a workplace where your contributions matter and your well-being is supported, we’d love to have you on board.

Apply now and shape the future of logistics with us!

For further information about the position or the application process, please reach out to:

Mark Aulisio

Talent Acquisition Manager

mark.aulisio@rohlig.com

More information on www.rohlig.com.