Ocean Freight Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Job Duties :

Oversee the management of ocean operations for the region

Negotiate prices of cargo containers, allocation of volumes with shipping lines and transit routes in Asia

Assist traders with competitive ocean freight rates for the acquisition of cargo from various origins

Coordinate with the commercial team the planning of volume allocation monthly / quarterly by destination

Communicate monthly ocean freight rates to the commercial team for its planning

Negotiate delays and incorrect charges with shipping lines

Provide forecasts to the commercial team every two weeks in the cargo industry and containers

Review shipping documentation to ensure compliance with company standards and federal regulations

Find ways to improve processes, maximize performance and reduce costs

Coordinate internally with different departments to understand financial, credit and compliance requirements related to the incorporation of new entities

Manage shipping assignments with local and international logistics teams

Develop and manage relationships with key customers and service providers to ensure the effective execution of commercial operations with containers

Establish relationships with shipping lines and partners to develop new business opportunities

Ensure requirements on space, service and price are clearly communicated to each carrier

Provide local market feedback on carriers to the Director of Global Operations

Have a thorough understanding of local market pricing conditions

Participate in the weekly sales / operations meeting

Experience & Qualifications :

Bachelors degree required

5 years relevant experience (freight forwarder preferred)

Knowledge of ocean freight

Strong negotiation skills

Dynamic interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Willingness and ability to work independently; be a self-starter

Capacity to work under time-sensitive business and reporting deadlines