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Job Title: Logistics Procurement Specialist – Ocean Freight
Department: Commercial
Reports To: Commercial Director
Location: LA
Job Responsibilities:
- Fulfill domestic and international purchase requisitions based on customer inquiries.
- Provide timely responses to customer and overseas partner inquiries regarding products, pricing, and services.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and vendors through regular visits as needed.
- Analyze market trends to secure competitive rates for freight forwarding and logistics services.
- Keep updated on international trade laws, market trends, and customs regulations, and inform operations and sales teams of any relevant updates.
- Assist with the development of sales proposals.
- Select and manage reliable logistics partners, ensuring timely deliveries and seamless operations by regularly evaluating their performance.
- Negotiate contracts and payment terms with vendors, ensuring they comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
Qualifications:
- Freight forwarding experience is required.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and follow-up skills across verbal, written, and phone interactions.
- Quick learner with a positive attitude, capable of working independently and collaboratively as a team player.
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
- Bilingual in Mandarin is preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $4,500.00 - $6,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $4,500 - $6,000