Company Overview
Vortex FreightSystems (www.vortexfreight.com) is a growing third-party logistics (3PL) company that focuses on delivering customized supply chain solutions for organizations with operations in Canada, USA and Mexico. With our flexible solutions, service model and years of industry expertise, we are able to provide our customers a complete logistics program that is supported with advanced technology, proactive communication channels and exceptional customer service.
Job Overview
We are looking for a Logistics Pricing Analyst to join our five-member Pricing Team, reporting directly to the Director of Pricing &Analytics of a private equity backed company. The position is a newly created role as a result of strong organic growth to support the organization with strategic planning and analysis. The position will be responsible for developing pricing strategies, monitoring key revenue driving metrics, and provide in-depth analysis for internal reporting. The ideal candidate wants to analyze data, drive operational improvements, and make a significant impact at our mid-sized entrepreneurial organization. He/she will have strong attention to detail, be intellectually curious, driven to succeed, and a great communicator and will work closely with the leadership.
Hours of operation will be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Candidates located within the GTA will work on‑site Monday to Friday. Candidates outside the GTA/ Moncton location will work remotely. Travel within Canada will occur 1–2 times per year. For those outside the GTA, 1–2 weeks of on‑site training will be required at one of our branch locations.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze data and provide recommendations to help respond to Request For Quotes (“RFQs”) for pricing new and existing customers.
- Ad hoc financial analysis by analyzing operational and financial data to support the management team.
- Proactively suggest recommendations that will drive profitable growth based on your review of Vortex’s financial and operational data.
- Develop an understanding of Vortex’s operational processes and IT systems, with an eye to identifying opportunities to document and streamline tasks in a new ERP.
- Assist with due diligence on competitors, customers, and suppliers related to acquisitions, sales expansion strategies, and new strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate across the organization to assist with project plans and timelines for new initiatives being rolled out across the organization by the leadership.
- We are a hands-on, team-focused company.
- Participates confidently in meetings at all levels and supports tasks of any scope, contributing wherever needed to help the team succeed.
Qualifications:
- 1-3 years of experience in pricing, financial analysis, consulting or accounting.
- Completion of an economics, math, business or engineering degree.
- Experience in entrepreneurial organizations (can be professional experience, side hustles ,or volunteer experience).
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Excel. Competency with Word, PowerPoint and Gmail.
- Experience with Truckmate or Excel, Power BI an asset, but not required.
- Proactive desire to learn, explore new ideas, and seek information that enhances decision‑making and continuous improvement.
- Shows strong perseverance and determination, consistently following through on tasks and overcoming challenges to achieve results.
- Experience with additional data analytics tools an asset, but not required.
- Exceptional work ethic and ability to work as a self-starter.
- Excellent verbal and written communications.
- A competitive person who enjoys winning as part of a team.
- A committed team player with a complete absence of politics.
- History of participation in and/or leadership of team sports a significant plus.
This posting is for a new vacancy. We are actively reviewing resumes for this open role.
Why Join Us?
- Grow into a leader in the finance / pricing organization at Vortex, or with other affiliated companies.
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to optimizing logistics and operations.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the company.
- Supportive Culture: Work in a collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
- Opportunity to grow with a fast-growing logistics company.
- Collaborate closely with leaders across multiple departments and regions.
- Dynamic and collaborative team environment.
- Make a direct impact on the company's growth and success.
- We offer an standard bonus eligibility of up to 10%, based on individual performance.
Compensation for this role is $60,000-75,000 offered as the salary range and will vary depending on experience.
