Job Duties:
· Oversee the management of ocean operations for the region· Negotiate prices of cargo containers, allocation of volumes with shipping lines and transit routes in Asia· Assist traders with competitive ocean freight rates for the acquisition of cargo from various origins· Coordinate with the commercial team the planning of volume allocation monthly/quarterly by destination· Communicate monthly ocean freight rates to the commercial team for its planning· Negotiate delays and incorrect charges with shipping lines· Provide forecasts to the commercial team every two weeks in the cargo industry and containers· Review shipping documentation to ensure compliance with company standards and federal regulations· Find ways to improve processes, maximize performance and reduce costs· Coordinate internally with different departments to understand financial, credit and compliance requirements related to the incorporation of new entities· Manage shipping assignments with local and international logistics teams· Develop and manage relationships with key customers and service providers to ensure the effective execution of commercial operations with containers· Establish relationships with shipping lines and partners to develop new business opportunities· Ensure requirements on space, service and price are clearly communicated to each carrier· Provide local market feedback on carriers to the Director of Global Operations · Have a thorough understanding of local market pricing conditions· Participate in the weekly sales/operations meetingExperience & Qualifications:· Bachelor’s degree required · 5+ years’ relevant experience (freight forwarder preferred)· Knowledge of ocean freight· Strong negotiation skills· Dynamic interpersonal skills· Excellent communication skills· Willingness and ability to work independently; be a self-starter· Capacity to work under time-sensitive business and reporting deadlines
