Total 28 Manager level Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in waterway north east

• Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
• Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
• Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
• Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
• Prepare annual budget
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies
• Plan work rotas, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
• Recruit, select, orient, coach and motivate employees
• Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
• Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

• Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
• Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
• Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
• Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
• Prepare annual budget
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies
• Plan work rotas, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
• Recruit, select, orient, coach and motivate employees
• Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
• Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

• Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
• Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
• Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
• Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
• Prepare annual budget
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies
• Plan work rotas, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
• Recruit, select, orient, coach and motivate employees
• Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
• Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

Job Description:

• Handle the entire procurement processes and support workflows, according to the sourcing strategies set.
• Manage the full procurement process, including supplier tendering, selection, contract negotiation, and ensuring timely ordering, delivery, and payment to meet operational needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, promptly addressing any issues related to orders, deliveries, or quality.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with policies, standards, and regulations while keeping accurate, up-to-date records of contracts, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to build strong relationships with vendors and manage contract agreements effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirement:

• Candidate must possess Diploma or above in relevant discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement preferably in construction/ civil engineering industry.
• Experienced with sourcing and material understanding.
• Have experiences in working in large scale projects.
• Bilingualism will be an advantage as we need to oftenly and effectively communicate with overseas stakeholders.
• Able work at container site office.
• 5.5 day work

Job Description:

• Handle the entire procurement processes and support workflows, according to the sourcing strategies set.
• Manage the full procurement process, including supplier tendering, selection, contract negotiation, and ensuring timely ordering, delivery, and payment to meet operational needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, promptly addressing any issues related to orders, deliveries, or quality.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with policies, standards, and regulations while keeping accurate, up-to-date records of contracts, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to build strong relationships with vendors and manage contract agreements effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirement:

• Candidate must possess Diploma or above in relevant discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement preferably in construction/ civil engineering industry.
• Experienced with sourcing and material understanding.
• Have experiences in working in large scale projects.
• Bilingualism will be an advantage as we need to oftenly and effectively communicate with overseas stakeholders.
• 5.5 day work

Job Description:

• Handle the entire procurement processes and support workflows, according to the sourcing strategies set.
• Manage the full procurement process, including supplier tendering, selection, contract negotiation, and ensuring timely ordering, delivery, and payment to meet operational needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, promptly addressing any issues related to orders, deliveries, or quality.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with policies, standards, and regulations while keeping accurate, up-to-date records of contracts, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to build strong relationships with vendors and manage contract agreements effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirement:

• Candidate must possess Diploma or above in relevant discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement preferably in construction/ civil engineering industry.
• Experienced with sourcing and material understanding.
• Have experiences in working in large scale projects.
• Bilingualism will be an advantage as we need to oftenly and effectively communicate with overseas stakeholders.
• 5.5 day work

Job Description:

• Handle the entire procurement processes and support workflows, according to the sourcing strategies set.
• Manage the full procurement process, including supplier tendering, selection, contract negotiation, and ensuring timely ordering, delivery, and payment to meet operational needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, promptly addressing any issues related to orders, deliveries, or quality.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with policies, standards, and regulations while keeping accurate, up-to-date records of contracts, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to build strong relationships with vendors and manage contract agreements effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirement:

• Candidate must possess Diploma or above in relevant discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement preferably in construction/ civil engineering industry.
• Experienced with sourcing and material understanding.
• Have experiences in working in large scale projects.
• Bilingualism will be an advantage as we need to oftenly and effectively communicate with overseas stakeholders.
• 5.5 day work

Job Description:

• Handle the entire procurement processes and support workflows, according to the sourcing strategies set.
• Manage the full procurement process, including supplier tendering, selection, contract negotiation, and ensuring timely ordering, delivery, and payment to meet operational needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, promptly addressing any issues related to orders, deliveries, or quality.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with policies, standards, and regulations while keeping accurate, up-to-date records of contracts, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to build strong relationships with vendors and manage contract agreements effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirement:

• Candidate must possess Diploma or above in relevant discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement preferably in construction/ civil engineering industry.
• Experienced with sourcing and material understanding.
• Have experiences in working in large scale projects.
• Bilingualism will be an advantage as we need to oftenly and effectively communicate with overseas stakeholders.
• 5.5 day work

Job Description:

• To manage and negotiate pricing, commercial terms with local and overseas suppliers and recommend the most competitive suppliers and subcon.
• With experience in Import-export related transactions affairs.
• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations.
• Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.
• Review specifications and ensure materials ordered meet proper quality standard and comply to contract specifications.
• Maintain and update list of approved suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development.
• Lead and oversees the procurement team to achieve departmental objectives and professional and career growth of staff.
• Facilitate effective communication between procurement team, internal stakeholders and vendors, to ensure smooth procurement operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Description:

• To manage and negotiate pricing, commercial terms with local and overseas suppliers and recommend the most competitive suppliers and subcon.
• With experience in Import-export related transactions affairs.
• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations.
• Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.
• Review specifications and ensure materials ordered meet proper quality standard and comply to contract specifications.
• Maintain and update list of approved suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development.
• Lead and oversees the procurement team to achieve departmental objectives and professional and career growth of staff.
• Facilitate effective communication between procurement team, internal stakeholders and vendors, to ensure smooth procurement operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Quantity Surveying, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, preferably in a Procurement Department within the Construction industry.
• Required language(s): English & Mandarin (to handle queries and feedbacks from English & Mandarin speaking associates, clients and customers).
• Capable of working independently with strong negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and possesses excellent problem-solving abilities. Excellent team member, proactive in managing issues and possess sense of responsibility and ownership in his/her work and results.
• Able to work 6 working days on Site.

• Audit and report inventory while making recommendations on which items to order and restock
• Manage warehouse associates, monitoring work and ensuring the safe use of warehouse equipment
• Establish warehouse practices and protocols to achieve an efficient warehouse
• Set warehouse and team goals in collaboration with executive management and other team leads
• Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives to improve employees
• Keep up-to-date on the latest federal and state safety regulations
• Communicate with other departments to ensure products are shipped in a timely manner

• Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
• Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
• Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
• Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
• Prepare annual budget
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies
• Plan work rotas, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
• Recruit, select, orient, coach and motivate employees
• Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
• Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

Job Responsibilities

Inventory Planning and Management

• Maintain accuracy in inventory and conduct regular cycle count
• Review inventory aging and responsible in ensuring minimal aging stock; obsolescence
• Responsible for inventory reports and analysis, identify and implement measures to meet local and regional operational needs to manage cost effectiveness

Logistics and Warehouse Operation

• Implement, organise and improve systems and work processes seeking continual improvement in workflow of the team (day to day activities)
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and KPIs are met and compliance with company guidelines
• Maintain timely deliveries and up-keeping of work documents and records
• Review and streamline work processes
• Analyse reports and implement improvements based on the findings of your analysis eg: delivery schedule, packing schedule etc

Team Management

• Ensure that team output and documentation is accurate and timely
• Identify and implement training needs of team members and ensuring that training systems are effective and results driven
• Train new hires/update processes
• Manage and uphold discipline of warehouse staff

Job Requirements

• Possess at least Diploma in Logistics /Supply Chain or equivalent
• A min. of 3 years’ experience managing and leading a team to manage warehouse arrangement as well as processing of orders in effective and efficient way. Experience in ecommerce industry is a plus.
• Possess strong problem solving and people management skills
• Competent in computer applications and data analytical skills
• Ability to follow company guidelines and make decisions accordingly
• Meticulous, flexible thinking, quick witted
• Hardworking, Disciplined, Responsible and Trustworthy
• Ability to prioritise workflow and work to strict deadlines

Working Hours:

Mon to Fri - 9.30 am to 6.30 pm

Sat - 9.30 am to 1.30 pm

Interested candidates are invited to apply online with a comprehensive resume with below details :

• Education Background
• Work experience
• Reason for leaving
• Current and expected salary
• Availability / Notice Period

and apply via the APPLY NOW button below. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email / phone call.

Thank you for applying.

Job Description:

• To manage and negotiate pricing, commercial terms with local and overseas suppliers and recommend the most competitive suppliers and subcon.
• With experience in Import-export related transactions affairs.
• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations.
• Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.
• Review specifications and ensure materials ordered meet proper quality standard and comply to contract specifications.
• Maintain and update list of approved suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development。
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Inventory Management: Oversee inventory levels, manage stock control, and ensure accurate record-keeping.

Staff Supervision: Lead, train, and supervise warehouse staff, including scheduling and performance management.

Order Fulfillment: Ensure timely and accurate picking, packing, and shipping of orders.

Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements for greater efficiency.

Coordination: Collaborate with other departments, such as purchasing and logistics, to optimize warehouse operations.

Maintenance: Ensure the proper maintenance of warehouse equipment and facilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing purchasing strategies.

• Managing daily purchasing activities, supervising staff, and allocating tasks.

• Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.

• Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.

• Coordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.

• Managing the maintenance of office/manufacturing equipment and machinery.

• Ensuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.

• Preparing cost estimates and managing budgets.

• Working to improve purchasing systems and processes.

• Training new employees in the purchasing process and how to use the purchasing system.

Requirements:

• Experience as a purchasing manager or in a similar position.

• Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.

• Supervisory and management experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.

• Strong planning and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently.

Inventory Management: Oversee inventory levels, manage stock control, and ensure accurate record-keeping.

Staff Supervision: Lead, train, and supervise warehouse staff, including scheduling and performance management.

Order Fulfillment: Ensure timely and accurate picking, packing, and shipping of orders.

Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements for greater efficiency.

Coordination: Collaborate with other departments, such as purchasing and logistics, to optimize warehouse operations.

Maintenance: Ensure the proper maintenance of warehouse equipment and facilities.

We are looking for an innovative procurement manager to lead our procurement team. You will spearhead the purchasing process from selecting suppliers to ensuring stock optimization, as well as provide guidance on sourcing and procurement processes.

Our procurement manager will be a supply chain and logistics expert who will specialize in implementing cost-effective purchases of all goods and services, as required by the company. Ensuring quality control and adhering to the company’s policies and procedures on supply chain management will be some of your main priorities when carrying out this role.

Procurement Manager Responsibilities:

Developing procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.

Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers and vendors.

Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms.

Reviewing existing contracts with suppliers and vendors to ensure on-going feasibility.

Building and maintaining long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Approving purchase orders and organizing and confirming delivery of goods and services.

Performing risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.

Controlling the procurement budget and promoting a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.

Overseeing and managing the IT systems that track shipments, inventory, and the supply of goods.

Preparing procurement reports.

Procurement Manager Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration.

Proven experience managing supply chain operations.

Experience using supply chain management software and tools, including Oracle, SAP Ariba, and/or Envision.

In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation terms.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access).

Management and leadership skills.

Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.

Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Sourcing and Procurement members
• Optimize the organization's procurement process by developing and implementing strategic sourcing strategies
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, sales, engineering, operations, and quality assurance, to align sourcing strategies with overall business goals
• Evaluate quotations, create competitive advantage for best price, lead time and delivery terms
• Responsible for identifying cost-saving opportunities, negotiating contracts, and building strong relationships with suppliers
• Work independently to source for new suppliers according to Direct & Indirect requirements
• Analyse current spending patterns and identify opportunities for cost savings. Manage cost reduction activities to achieve annual cost reduction KPIs and provide regular reports to management
• Implement initiatives to improve operational efficiency within the procurement process
• Prepare and execute contracts as well as perform post-award administration (eg. Negotiating, issuing change orders, and contract close-outs.)
• Assess and mitigate potential risks associated with the supply chain, including geopolitical, economic, and regulatory factors
• Ensure compliance with Company’s Sourcing and Procurement guidelines and policies

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management / Engineering background
• 8+ Years experience in a Strategic Sourcing in Direct and / or Indirect procurement business environment, knowledge in DCS and other Engineering industry Sourcing and Procurement
• Sound knowledge in understanding and negotiating Terms and Conditions of Purchase with Suppliers
• Deliverable-focused, self-motivated with an Analytical mindset with proficiency in data to excel in a multi-stakeholder environment
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships
• Experience in SAP / HANA / Ariba and other Procurement system / software is an added advantage
• Expert in Excel / BI report knowledge
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills

By responding to Yokogawa’s advertisement, consent is considered given to Yokogawa to collect the required personal data for the purpose of recruitment with expectation that Yokogawa will protect personal data with security safeguards that are reasonable and appropriate to the sensitivity of the personal data, to protect it from unauthorized access, use or disclosure and complies with applicable regulatory requirements with respect to the retention of personal data.

• Logistics MNC
• Basic $6000 - $8200
• AWS + Variable Bonus
• Mon-Fri (Office Hours)
• Location: Changi South

Responsibilities:

• Managing and overseeing three sites with a workforce ranging from 150 to 180 employees.
• Provide strategic leadership and directions to manage daily warehouse operations.
• Enforce process compliance and ensure operations meet and achieve customer’s expectation and KPIs.
• Accountable for the P&L performance for the responsible programs in scope, managing expenditures within defined budgets.
• Defining operational requirements and implementing new strategies, technologies, and initiatives to enhance overall performance.
• Continuously engage customers on commercial, operational scope of work and contract renewals.
• Enforce security and work safety measures and controls in the warehouse.
• Monitoring departmental budgetary control and resource allocation for optimal utilization.
• Continuously seeking improvement opportunities along the value chain, to streamline and re-engine the processes to achieve and exceed the service standard or target.
• Establish and cultivate a good team culture of best practice sharing within the program to motivate staffs to voice out their opinions.
• Plan and provide on-the-job training to individual staff to improve work performance and productivity.
• Ensure stock inventory accuracy and records are kept up to date.
• Maintaining the upkeep of storage and office areas.
• Holding accountability for quality PPM.
• Driving and delivering yearly CIP commitments.

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma Holder or Degree holder.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in managerial position.
• Qualification in warehouse operations and operations excellence will be added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Excel, Powerpoint, Access, VBA)
• Proficient in using and creating operations dashboards to identify focus areas and drive improvement (e.g. Power BI Tableau)

EA Personnel No: R1873990
EA Personnel Name: Lucky Lee Ding Cong
EA License No: 15C7752

Job Summary

The incumbent is a subject matter expert with main responsibility of operational excellence in the area of inventory procurement and excess management for the business. The responsibility includes business processes standardization, operational KPI dashboard, ERP system and application optimization.

The ideal candidate is the key liaison and integration point of contact between APAC markets and intercompany suppliers.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop effective process and create best practice with planning in inventory procurement and excess management
• Manage Japan inventory procurement to inbound receipt process management and execution.
• Develop and integrate KPI tracking mechanism for APAC operations portfolio
• Lead APAC monthly KPI review cadencel partnering with regional finance and in-markets operations lead.
• Key contributor in achieving company's KPI for operations - gross inventory, excess and obsolescence, net inventory management
• Develop PowerBI dashboard aiding inventory control and management review
• Key back-up support to in-markets operations lead and APAC demand planning.

Expected Area of Competence (including education & experience requirements)

• In-depth knowledge in demand planning process, understanding the full inventory procurement process from suppliers to in-markets
• Keen learner on product portfolio, planning knowledge, sales history and business position
• Result driven with high business ethics and values
• Strong in analytical skills, excellent team player and project management skills
• Proficient in ERP system (Oracle) PTP/OTC module, MS Excel, PowerPoint and Woord
• Colleage or University degree in Supply Chain Management or related
• Minimum 5 years' of demand planning or inventory management experience in medical device or similar industry
• Excellent command of English with good presentation skills

Key responsibilities include:

• To lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of all warehouse including receiving, picking, packing, shipping and facilities management.
• Ensure all goods in the warehouse are properly collected, received, handled, accurately sorted, identified, value-added, transferred and dispatched; goods / order information capture are fully performed accurately and timely as per WI & SOP.
• Optimum space and resource planning though analysis of inbound and outbound volume forecast: plan while ensure productivity, quality and customer service are met.
• Manage and monitors the operation KPI.
• Manage and monitors the need to replenish warehouse consumable supplies and upgrade/maintenance of material handling equipment.
• Cost control to improve and reduce handling and supplies to achieve monthly budget targets.
• Manage cost effectiveness and constantly strive to improve productivity and quality service.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through regular cycle count.
• Ensure proper storage and good housekeeping standards (5S).
• Establish and maintain standard operation procedures (SOP).
• Others ad-hoc duties related to the warehouse management assigned by direct superior.

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma in Logistics or equivalent, preferably in Logistics Management or experience in managing electronics goods warehouse.
• Experience in WMS and MS Office proficiency will be an advantage
• Possesses initiative and able to work independently
• Strong Leadership, Interpersonal, People Management and Communication skills
• Attention to details and organized.
• A pro-active team player with hands-on approach.

• Warehouse Manager Essential Skills
• Leadership, decision making, and problem-solving skills
• Organizational and multitasking abilities
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic math and computer skills
• Knowledge of inventory and warehouses

Supervise all of a warehouse’s daily activities while working to maximize efficiency and minimize staff overtime

• Ensure effective, safe operations by implementing procedures and policies
• Analyze logistics data to increase productivity and aid in loss prevention
• Oversee receiving, warehousing and distribution operations
• Implement operational policies and procedures
• Implement and oversee security operations

Day-to-Day Duties

• Manage inventory control and quality assurance, productivity and logistics
• Motivate, organize, and discipline staff
• Manage the receipt, storage, and distribution of warehouse goods
• Inspect, maintain, and manage warehouse equipment and vehicles
• Keep detailed records of warehouse activities
• Ensure effective and safe use of warehouse equipment
• Ensure safety of staff

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and lead the whole warehouse operations and in charge of day-to-day inventory and distribution management.
• Ensure all incoming and outgoing shipments are complete timely.
• Plan and organize to meet delivery order.
• Supervise organizing, arranging, and rearranging of items in an orderly manner in a warehouse to achieve optimized usage of warehouse space.
• Produce regular reports and statistics of operation on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Train the workforce and supervisors and seek continuous improvement.
• Ensure general housekeeping and safety / equipment in the warehouse are to up to Performance standard.
• Other ad-hoc duties assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Relevant supervising working experience in warehouse.
• Minimum Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain or equivalent
• Proven ability: to monitor, lead & train a team to carry out their daily work duties accordingly.
• A positive mindset to continuously strive & achieve high performance standard for the Warehouse.
• Hands-on commitment to getting the job done.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to operate a Reach truck will be an advantage.

The Ocean Freight Procurement Manager Asia assumes ownership for the whole freight negotiation process on all Asia lanes for HillebrandGori. With a footprint of over 15,000 TEUs, responsibilities include:

• Reporting to Group Ocean Freight Procurement, support all Asia offices (import & export) in securing their ocean transport needs; work with internal departments, sales, operations, across multiple business lines to anticipate requirements and implement procurement action accordingly.
• Analyze tradelanes supply & demand, services and preferred options per route, analyze freight indexes and anticipate market trends
• Manage and build relationship with key decision makers with the ocean carriers ;
• Run the actual freight procurement exercise, define optimum process, from actual tenders to spot buying, from mid to long term contracts with commitments, to spot and opportunistic terms.
• Proper internal communication and coordination of carrier policy adopted, of contracts negotiated, follow up on volume performances.
• Maintain buying ocean rates with QRS.
• Develop annual volume and spend analysis to measure freight spend, and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Provide pricing guidance to both locally and centrally managed accounts / tenders, in coordination with the actual account owner.
• Participation to Global Sales / Corporate Account tenders

Required competencies

The position demands:

• Communication skills and a very strong ability to analyze and synthetize information. An experience in the negotiation domain as well as an obvious likeness for numbers is recommended. Full command of the English language as well as basic Windows functions (Excel, Power Point) is a must. Likewise, existing experience with QRS is a plus.
• Ability to perform in a somewhat isolated environment, as whilst located at an existing JF Hillebrand office, he or she will be working essentially with outsiders.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations, and drive actions.
• Strengths in problem solving, issue-resolution, ability to work in a deadline-driven work environment, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.

Experience in freight procurement, including carrier relationship, is obviously beneficial ; likewise a strong experience in the HillebrandGori book of business and sales is welcome as will allow the candidate for a smooth transition and integration in the new position, with an immediate understanding of the business challenges that must be addressed.