Head of group ocean freight procurement

4 days ago


Singapore Dart Global Logistics Pte Ltd Full time

Head of Group Ocean Freight Procurement & Strategy The person whom we are looking for above opening shall be responsible for leading and optimizing the company’s ocean freight procurement activities. The role involves negotiating with shipping lines, managing vendor relationships, and developing strategies to ensure cost efficiency, service quality, and capacity assurance, and be instrumental in aligning procurement strategies with overall business goals and global market trends in ocean freight. Key Responsibilities: Negotiate ocean freight rates and service contracts with shipping lines and NVOCCs (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers). Source and manage ocean freight capacity to meet customer demand & RFQ, focusing on cost-effectiveness, reliability, and efficiency. Identify and onboard new carriers or vendors to improve service offerings and ensure diversified supply chains. Ensure that procurement contracts align with company compliance, regulations, and legal standards. Build and maintain strong relationships with key shipping lines, carriers, and other service providers. Monitor carrier performance through key metrics (e.g., delivery time, reliability, cost) and ensure SLAs (Service Level Agreements) are met. Resolve issues or disputes related to service, rates, or contractual terms. Develop and implement ocean freight procurement strategies that align with the company's long-term goals. Analyze global market trends, shipping regulations, and geopolitical factors affecting the ocean freight industry to adjust strategies as needed. Work closely with the group management & respective stakeholders of the product of DGL offices. Identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives and continuous process improvements. Continuous evaluation of product budget set for DGL offices in line with growth set for the group. Regularly review freight spend and optimize transportation routes and carrier selection to ensure the most efficient and economical solutions. Provide regular reporting and analysis of ocean freight performance metrics, procurement savings, and market trends in line with budgeted growth of the product. Engagement & involvement for correction & progress for required improvements of a particular station / product. Skills: Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills & carrier relationship. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of market trends and factors influencing ocean freight pricing and capacity. Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools. Good understanding of freight forwarding processes and regulations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across departments and with external stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strategic thinking and ability to adapt to changing market conditions. Please inbox your CV together with names and contact details of two non-related referees to mentioning the position applied for in the subject line. Dart Global Logistics (Pte) Ltd, 43 Changi South Ave 2, Singapore 486164 #J-18808-Ljbffr



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