LTL Rate Analyst
Overland Park, KS - USA
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Entry Level LTL Rate Analyst supports Dynamic Logistixs managed transportation clients by analyzing LTL freight rates tariffs and market data to drive smarter pricing procurement and capacity decisions. This role will partner with Sales Operations and Account Management to turn shipment data into measurable cost savings and service improvements.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Analyze LTL freight rates NMFC classifications fuel surcharges and accessorial charges to support competitive market-aligned pricing for shippers.
Advise LTL shippers on procurement best practices pricing strategy and capacity solutions to drive cost and service improvements.
Build and maintain rate matrices tariff structures and lane-specific pricing models using DLXs TMS and market intelligence tools.
Analyze historical and forecasted shipment data to identify trends establish baselines and uncover cost-saving opportunities.
Benchmark client pricing against market and industry standards to flag gaps risks and improvement opportunities.
Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to define scope gather requirements and align on deliverables and project milestones.
Support RFP and bid responses by preparing accurate customer-specific pricing proposals within required timelines.
Resolve rating discrepancies and perform root-cause analysis in partnership with Operations and Accounting.
Track contract and tariff expirations keeping pricing agreements and rating systems current.
Deliver clear data-driven updates and insights to both internal teams and external customers.
Support enterprise LTL opportunities through consultative strategy and advanced benchmarking tools.
Continuously enhance pricing models analytics tools and reporting to support evolving customer and business needs.
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables lookups modeling); experience with a TMS or pricing/quoting platform is a plus.
Ability to interpret large data sets and translate findings into clear actionable recommendations
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to internal teams and external customers.
Detail-oriented organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Exposure to multi-modal (FTL/LTL) pricing and procurement is a plus
Familiarity with market rate benchmarking tools (e.g. DAT SONAR) is a plus.
Experience supporting RFPs or enterprise-level pricing engagements is a plus.
Comfort working with AI tools (e.g. Claude ChatGPT Copilot) to speed up analysis reporting or research; deep AI expertise not required but hands-on experience is a plus.
Education and Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or related field.
2 years of experience in LTL pricing freight brokerage transportation analytics or a related role.
Working knowledge of LTL rating logic including NMFC classifications base rates FAK accessorials and fuel surcharges.
Physical Requirements:
Physical dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard telephone and office equipment; ability to access file cabinets and items stored at various levels including overhead
Ability to communicate clearly and understandably in person over the telephone and in group settings
Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data evaluate reason define problems draw valid conclusions and make sound decisions
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Able to lift up to 15lbs at times
Dynamic Logistix is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Dynamic Logistix Transportation Management System: Smarter, Faster Shipping Solutions. End-to-end logistics solution that manages and tracks your shipments, automates status updates, reduces risk and ultimately saves you time and money.