Pricing and Procurement Manager
Principle Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective pricing strategies to maximize profitability and competitiveness.
- Support the sales team with accurate and timely pricing quotations.
- Negotiate freight rates with carriers and build strong relationships with overseas agents.
- Identify and develop new trade lanes to expand service offerings.
- Lead and manage group RFQs for ocean and air freight.
- Negotiate with suppliers (e.g., warehousing, trucking, packaging, etc.) to secure competitive procurement rates and terms.
- Monitor supplier market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative sourcing options.
- Prepare regular reports on commercial performance and development.
- Ensure compliance with QMS standards, especially in pricing and product management.
- Collaborate with HSSE to conduct supplier vetting and audits.
- Monitor supplier performance to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance.
- Optimize procurement strategies to support effective cash flow and inventory management.
- Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives across pricing and procurement functions.
- To perform other jobs as assigned by superior.
Requirements
- Diploma in Logistics discipline or equivalent
- Excellent communication and written skills.
- Proactive attitude towards clients and staff.
- Able to communicate well with all stakeholders.
- Proven experience in pricing and procurement within the logistics or freight forwarding industry.
- Strong negotiation skills with carriers and suppliers.
- Excellent analytical and commercial acumen.
- Familiarity with QMS and HSSE standards.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with sales, operations, and compliance teams.
Other Requirements
- Street-smart and proactive
- Very good multi-communicator and listener
- Good knowledge of the freight forwarding industry with interest in continuous learning.
- Good team player.
- Able to build rapport and good relationships with clients.
We regret that only short-listed candidates would be called for an interview.
Salary depends on Qualifications and Experience.
Please indicate your last drawn salary and expected salary in your resume.
