Product Specialist, Asia - Latin America Trade

DSV; Singapore; On-site; SGD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global transport and logistics leader is seeking a Procurement Manager in Singapore. The role involves managing procurement for FCL shipments and negotiating with carriers while maintaining compliance. A strong candidate will have over 5 years of experience in sea freight procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a degree in logistics. Join this dynamic team to shape the future of logistics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sea freight procurement management.
• Operational experience would be beneficial.
• Experience in tariff management and tender management.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily procurement activities for FCL shipments.
• Negotiate freight and space with shipping lines.
• Monitor carrier compliance and performance.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Knowledge of fundamental negotiation techniques

Ability to build and maintain customer and stakeholder relationships

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Solid organizational skills

Strong commercial sense

Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel

Responsible and detail-oriented approach

Self-starter, able to work independently

Diligent in follow-up and completion of tasks

Education

Degree in logistics

Job description

If you are a current DSV employee and interested in a position in another country, please contact your Human Resource representative to discuss the process and requirements of applying.

Job Req Number: 102358

Time Type: Full Time

JOB OVERVIEW

The role involves managing daily procurement, pricing, and contract information activities for FCL shipments in Asia Latam Eastbound region. Additionally, the position requires active participation in freight and space negotiations, monitoring country's carrier compliance and assessing the performance of origin and destination against service agreements. If necessary, corrective measures should be implemented. Building and maintaining strong relationships with core carriers and supporting trade development and growth are also essential responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop FCL ocean product for Asia to Latin America under corporate direction and guidance from Trade Lead
• Assist in monitoring volume performance of key accounts in response to Trade Strategy and Policy
• Identify opportunities to grow the trade and elevate matters for resolution and corrective actions
• Ensure valid and accurate FAK rates from core carriers
• Upload FAK contracts and NAC rate details in GPM system
• Set regular cadence around floating market feedback to carriers and pursuit of optimal FAK position
• Communicate and share relevant market information/updates to all involved stakeholders
• Independently execute commercial and operational tasks and exceptions in accordance with the agreed carrier strategy
• Provide other administrative support relevant to the trade/team within scope
• Negotiate freight, space, equipment and allocation with shipping lines
• Support country offices with rate inquiries, quotations and solutions
• Follow up space issues or any other disputes/cases with carriers and internal parties
• Process tender and bidding tasks and ensure timeliness and accuracy of completion/submission
• Support on preparing carrier assignment/routing guide upon business award and contract filing
• Adherence to the code of conduct policy of DSV Group

SKILLS

• Strong analytical skills
• Knowledge of fundamental negotiation techniques
• Ability to build and maintain customer and stakeholder relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Strong commercial sense
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Responsible and detail‑oriented approach
• Self‑starter, able to work independently
• Diligent in follow‑up and completion of tasks

EDUCATION

• Degree in logistics
• Education may be compensated by relevant experience.

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years in sea freight procurement management
• Operational experience would be beneficial
• Experience in tariff management and tender management

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Be able to explain complicated industry language to non‑industry people
• Team player
• Processing details
• Ability to work under time pressure

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