Senior Ocean Procurement Manager, TPEB Trade

Flexport

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 96,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Flexport is seeking a Procurement Manager for the Ocean team, focusing on the Transpacific-Eastbound trade. You will lead ocean carrier procurement, negotiate rates, and build scalable processes that support new business and existing book of business.

The role requires cross-region collaboration with Asia and the U.S., with travel to regions as needed. Success hinges on strategic thinking, negotiation prowess, and the ability to articulate market developments to internal teams, driving

Qualifications

Ocean procurement experience in freight forwarding or trade experience at a carrier is required.
Strong strategic thinking and ability to build processes from scratch when needed.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Desire to scale ocean business and grow with Flexport.

Responsibilities

Drive ocean carrier procurement for the TPEB trade and own carrier development and partnerships.
Coordinate and negotiate annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly procurement activities.
Build scalable procurement operating rhythms and use contract tools for cost and pricing management.
Lead rate setting and strategy for RFP season on the trade.
Collaborate with commercial Ocean and demand teams to win new business and service current book.