APAC Ocean Procurement Lead: Strategy & Growth

Flexport; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexport in Hong Kong is seeking an Ocean Freight Procurement Manager to drive trade growth, manage carrier relationships, and optimize buying position while delivering excellent client service. You will mentor Associates and Sr Associates, coordinate cross-team efforts, and design scalable workflows to support long-term growth.

You should have a minimum of 6 years at a top freight forwarder or carrier, a BA/BS degree with at least 3 years in management, and strong English and Mandarin skills.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in a top freight forwarder or carrier
• 3+ years in a managerial role
• Deep understanding of ocean freight and carrier management
• Strong command of English and Mandarin
• Strategic vision with ability to drive and motivate the team
• Willingness to travel locally, nationally and internationally

Responsibilities

• Drive trade growth in terms of volume, revenue and net revenue by managing external and internal customers’ expectations and carrier relationships
• Mentor Associates and Sr Associates to support trade lane activities and ensure smooth shipments
• Lead key Ocean procurement initiatives and set team objectives and priorities
• Coordinate trade-lane procurement with other managers and align workflows
• Design scalable workflows and procedures to improve efficiency and long-term capabilities
• Manage complex Ocean accounts from opportunity to execution and guide other teams as needed
• Lead account meetings, participate in QBRs and strategic planning with a strong commercial mindset
• Negotiate complex carrier deals and sub-provisions of agreements
• Formulate and implement long-term Ocean strategy aligned with Flexport priorities
• Engage internal/external stakeholders to drive long-term improvements in efficiency and revenue terms
• Foster team morale and industry networking; participate in external recruiting
• Travel as required to support activities and client engagement

Skills

Team leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Communication

English and Mandarin

Education

BA/BS Degree

Job description

Flexport in Hong Kong is seeking an Ocean Freight Procurement Manager to drive trade growth, manage carrier relationships, and optimize buying position while delivering excellent client service. You will mentor Associates and Sr Associates, coordinate cross-team efforts, and design scalable workflows to support long-term growth.

You should have a minimum of 6 years at a top freight forwarder or carrier, a BA/BS degree with at least 3 years in management, and strong English and Mandarin skills.