We are working with a leading Forwarder to recruit a Ocean Freight Country Product Manager:
Job Description:
Vendor & Carrier Management
You will Implement carrier strategy and monitor performance and Build and maintain relationships with LinersWhile Conducting annual reviews and Negotiating rates, credit terms, and resolve escalated carrier issues.
Product & Strategy Leadership
You will manage allocations, forecast capacity needs, and ensure service stability as well as define local ocean freight strategy aligned with regional product teams.
Tariff & Pricing Management
You will Negotiate and maintain buying tariffs and selling structures aswell as Evaluating how competitive the market is is and ensure data quality standards while Securing competitive rates for spot and tender business.
Commercial Support & Business Development
You will be the main point of contact for the commercial team while Executing tender strategy and supporting key customers and Providing rates and guide sales on focus lanes and opportunities.
Market Intelligence & Training
You will collect and share market insights with country and regional teams while delivering product training to strengthen sales and operations knowledge,while promoting continuous improvement and product excellence.
Cross-Country Alignment
You will ensure consistency, knowledge sharing, and alignment across regions while facilitating alignment on product stratergies, Pricing and Market position.
Facilitate collaboration and alignment on product strategies, pricing, and market positioning.
Candidate's Profile
Experience in ocean freight.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
Proven ability to drive profitability and manage gross margins.
Leadership experience including coaching and performance management.
High ownership mindset, customer focus, and ability to work under pressure.
Fluent English; willingness to travel.
Salary: Upto £60,000
Monday - Friday: 09:00am - 17:30pm ( Flexibility required )
Option to WFH a couple of days a week
If you do not hear within 7 days, your application has been unsuccessful.
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