to join our Ocean Freight team in Chennai.
The role focuses on
optimizing procurement, managing carrier relationships, supporting sales through competitive pricing
, and
driving growth across key import trade lanes
.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Pricing & Procurement
Negotiate and contract with ocean carriers and subcontractors to secure competitive freight rates.
Manage end-to-end procurement of ocean freight services aligned with global strategy.
Optimize cost of sales for FCL (Full Container Load) shipments on a door-to-door basis.
Support the tender management process with accurate pricing and local charge details.
2. Trade Lane Management
Plan and monitor assigned trade lanes for growth, profitability, and performance.
Ensure demand and supply balance across trade lanes and optimize capacity utilization.
Work closely with regional trade lane managers (TLMs) to meet volume and profitability goals.
3. Sales & Business Support
Act as a key liaison between Sales, Operations, and Carrier partners.
Provide market insights, freight rate updates, and promotional input to support business development.
Participate in customer meetings and assist in building tailored pricing strategies.
4. Vendor & Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with shipping lines, co-loaders, and local subcontractors.
Negotiate service contracts and ensure service quality and cost-effectiveness.
Drive end-to-end logistics solutions through collaboration with global network partners.
5. Capacity & Cost Management
Monitor capacity allocations and cost optimization in line with country carrier policies.
React to short-term capacity fluctuations and coordinate with corporate procurement for adjustments.
Required Skills & Competencies:
Freight Forwarding or Logistics educational background preferred.
2-5 years of hands-on experience in
Ocean Freight Pricing and Procurement
.
Strong understanding of
international trade lanes
.
Excellent negotiation and analytical skills.
Proficiency in
MS Office
and
logistics IT systems
.
Strong communication skills (English and local language).
Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on operational excellence.
Financial acumen and ability to identify business opportunities.
Job Type:
Full-time
Work Type:
In person
Interested candidates can share their updated resume to:
hrvirtuespace@gmail.com
or WhatsApp:
6383092378
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹400,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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