The role involves securing competitive freight rates for air, sea, express courier, and ground transportation while ensuring optimal cost-effectiveness and efficiency. This position requires a strong understanding of the global logistics landscape, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and transporters.

Responsibilities:

• Freight Rate Negotiation:
• Negotiate and secure competitive freight rates with air, sea, express courier and ground transportation.
• Analyse market trends and carrier pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of carrier rates and service offerings.
• Prepare and present rate proposals to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Manage and resolve rate discrepancies and disputes.
• Strong understanding of global logistics, including Incoterms, customs regulations, and transportation modes.
• Freight Invoice processing, auditing, and Payment processing, with monthly outstanding settlements.

Carrier Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key carriers, freight forwarders, Customs house Agents/Brokers, and ground transportation providers.
• Evaluate carrier performance and ensure adherence to service level agreements.
• Conduct regular carrier reviews and negotiations to optimize pricing and service.
• Stay informed about carrier updates, including rate changes, service disruptions, and new offerings.

Market Analysis and Research:

• Conduct thorough market research to understand industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and regulatory changes.
• Analyze freight market data and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor competitor pricing and service offerings.
• Prepare reports and presentations on market analysis and rate trends.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of rate agreements, contracts, and carrier communications.
• Prepare regular reports on freight rate performance, cost savings, and market trends.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.
• Logistics Service Provider Invoicing and Audit of rates and Services.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).  
• Minimum 12-15 years of experience in freight rate negotiation, preferably in air, sea, express courier, and ground transportation.
• Proven track record of successfully negotiating competitive freight rates.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using Transportation Management Systems (TMS), SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and analyze complex data.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.  
• Knowledge of freight market software and rate management tools.