We are looking for a Manager - Ocean Procurement who doesn't just request rates but commands them. If you thrive on the high-stakes chess game of NVOCC slot mechanics and Commercial Shark negotiation, this is your next move.
Location: Mumbai / Gurugram / Ahmedabad (Any)
The Mission
In this role, you aren't just a middleman; you are a strategic engine. You will manage the delicate balance between volume commitments and market volatility to ensure our Sales team wins every high-stakes shipment.
Your Core Impact Areas:
- Negotiating FCL rates, credit terms, and essential free days with Tier-1 Shipping Lines.
- Securing allocations during peak seasons and managing Dead Freight contracts to eliminate penalty risks.
- Navigating the complexities of Rate Filings, Named Account Contracts (NACs), and Spot negotiations.
- Building a high-speed system to process massive enquiry volumes, ensuring hot leads never go cold.
Who You Are
- 58 years of hardcore experience strictly within Freight Forwarding or NVOCC environments.
- An active, pre-existing network of Trade Managers and Captains across India's major hubs.
- Possess a deep understanding of slot arrangements, swaps, and the critical delta between filing and spot rates.
How Success is Measured
- Generate savings by beating the market rate.
- Percentage of space secured versus bookings requested.
- Response time in reverting to internal Sales enquiries.
