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Maersk • ZA - Johannesburg | South Africa

Pricing and Systems Analyst - Air Operations

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

At Maersk, we are leading a revolutionary journey to simplify global trade, making a significant impact on the world economy—and your career. As part of our dynamic team, you will contribute to the success of our Air Operations business.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and analytical Pricing and Systems Analyst – Air Operations to join us. In this role, you will assess the profitability of air freight products, support pricing strategies, and develop and maintain pricing and operational systems that enable sustainable and competitive growth within Air Logistics.

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze market trends, capacity dynamics, and cost structures to drive air freight pricing and profitability decisions.
  • Collaborate closely with Air Product and Commercial teams to define pricing strategies and guidelines aligned with market conditions.
  • Identify cost‑optimization opportunities and proactively manage loss‑making shipments.
  • Support Commercial, Customer Service, and Operations teams in balancing cost, recovery, and service commitments.
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize pricing tools and systems supporting Air Operations.
  • Ensure accurate tariff setup, cost recovery, and compliance with pricing governance and performance management frameworks.
  • Monitor and review pricing performance, recommending and implementing improvements where required.
  • Provide training and ongoing support to internal stakeholders on pricing tools, systems, and processes.
  • Participate in cross‑functional initiatives to enhance pricing effectiveness, system efficiency, and operational excellence across Air Operations.

Who We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in pricing, financial analysis, or commercial analysis—preferably within air freight, logistics, or transportation.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with solid business and commercial acumen.
  • Proven pricing knowledge and capabilities, ideally supported by a finance background.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work in a matrix organisation.
  • Proficiency in pricing and operational systems; experience with ERP or finance systems (e.g. SAP) is an advantage.
  • Strong ability to translate customer needs, market dynamics, and business opportunities into pricing and system solutions.
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with data analysis and reporting tools is an advantage.
  • Prior exposure to Air Operations or Air Freight pricing is highly preferred.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

Company benefits

Open to part time work for some roles
Open to compressed hours
In house training
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Mental health platform access
Compassionate leave
Life assurance
Annual bonus
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Adoption leave
Private GP service
Buy or sell annual leave
Religious celebration leave
401K
Annual pay rises
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Learning platform
Mentoring
Enhanced maternity leave
Shared parental leave
Women’s health leave
L&D budget
Professional subscriptions
Lunch and learns

Working at Maersk

Company employees:

100,000+

Gender diversity (m:f):

65:35

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