Head of Ocean Freight, APAC

ARAMEX INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS PRIVATE LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ARAMEX INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS PRIVATE LTD. in Singapore seeks an experienced Asia Pacific Head of Ocean Freight to lead and transform ocean freight across the APAC region from Singapore.

The role requires strategic vision, cost-efficient operations, and cross-functional leadership to align regional activities with global objectives. The successful candidate will own P&L for ocean freight in APAC, drive digital transformation with analytics, optimize carrier networks, and champion sustainability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field; MBA desirable.
• 10+ years in freight/logistics with increasing responsibility.
• Strong understanding of trade regulations and customs.
• Proven track record in strategic planning and performance improvement.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced regional setting.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute Asia Pacific ocean freight strategy.
• Lead end-to-end ocean freight operations across APAC.
• Own regional ocean freight P&L and cost optimization.
• Establish performance management frameworks with KPIs.
• Lead digital transformation and analytics initiatives.
• Drive strategic sourcing and carrier management.
• Ensure compliance and risk governance.
• Collaborate with global and regional stakeholders.
• Champion sustainability and ESG initiatives.
• Build and develop a high-performing team.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Ocean freight expertise

KPIs & dashboards

Cross-functional leadership

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

MBA or advanced degree desirable

Job description

Purpose of the Job

The Asia Pacific Head of Ocean Freight is responsible for providing strategic leadership and vision to drive ocean freight operations across the Asia-Pacific region. This role focuses on developing and executing innovative strategies to optimize the transportation of goods, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability. The position aims to align regional ocean freight operations with customer requirements and organizational goals, fostering growth and competitive advantage in the Asia Pacific market.

Job Description

• Define and execute the Asia Pacific ocean freight strategy, aligning with global objectives to drive cost efficiency, service excellence, and scalability across diverse regional markets.
• Lead end-to-end ocean freight operations across Asia Pacific, ensuring seamless execution, standardization, and optimization.
• Own regional ocean freight performance, including P&L accountability, cost optimization, and delivery against financial and operational targets.
• Establish and drive performance management frameworks, including KPIs and dashboards, to ensure transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead digital transformation and innovation initiatives, leveraging advanced analytics, automation, and emerging technologies to enhance visibility, efficiency, and decision-making.
• Drive strategic sourcing and carrier management, including contract negotiation, network design, and long-term partnerships to optimize cost, capacity, and service levels.
• Ensure compliance and risk governance, including trade regulations, customs requirements, and operational risk mitigation across all Asia Pacific markets.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with global and regional stakeholders to align ocean freight strategies with broader business priorities.
• Champion sustainability and ESG initiatives, embedding environmentally responsible practices into ocean freight operations and supporting corporate sustainability targets.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous capability development.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence, applying best practices, benchmarking, and process optimization to achieve best-in-class performance.

Job Requirements - Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or Advanced Degree desirable.
• 10+ years in freight transportation, logistics, or supply chain management with progressively increasing levels of responsibility.
• Strong understanding of international trade regulations, customs compliance, and regional logistics operations.
• Proven track record of strategic planning, execution, and performance improvement initiatives within the freight industry.
• Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving results in a fast-paced, regional environment.