Freight Procurement Specialist

3 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia PATH4 Group Full time

Competitive Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per annum

About PATH4 Group

We are a leading privately-owned International Freight Forwarder renowned for professionalism, innovation, and success. With a diverse portfolio of business units, we offer a dynamic, stable, and prosperous environment where your expertise will be valued and your career will thrive.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and results-driven Procurement Manager to take the lead in managing our procurement function, with a particular focus on Inbound Ocean Freight product. As a key member of our team, you will leverage your expertise to build strong carrier relationships, negotiate and maintain competitive rates, and collaborate seamlessly across internal teams to support business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Tender Management
  • Negotiate competitive ocean freight rates for FAK, corporate accounts, and client portfolios.
  • Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with carriers and suppliers, ensuring alignment with the Procurement Plan.
  • Provide guidance to internal and external sales teams on carrier utilization strategies.
  • Act as the escalation point for carrier service issues, resolving them promptly and effectively.
  • Monitor and update stakeholders on order forecasts, ensuring procurement processes are aligned with business needs.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Proven procurement experience within a Freight Forwarding or Carrier environment.
  • Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to manage procurement on a national scale.
  • Expertise in negotiating with shipping lines and airlines (as and when required).
  • Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills to engage both internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

  • A supportive work culture
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact
  • A competitive salary package


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