Job Description

Location:  Singapore

One of our Global clients in the electronics and semiconductor segment is looking for a Global Head of Logistics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Key focus areas include global procurement of ocean freight & capacity, trade lane and ocean product development, spot pricing, solutions enabling business development, supplier relationship management and competitive tender responses as well as lowest cost solutions for the company.
• Plan and coordinate the transportation of goods, ensuring that all deliveries are made on time and in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Manage and optimize the use of transportation resources, including vehicles, drivers, and equipment, to minimize costs and maximize efficiency.
• Analyze logistics data and use it to identify opportunities for improvement, such as optimizing delivery routes, reducing inventory levels, or improving order fulfillment.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, including those related to safety, security, and environmental protection.
• In close collaboration with Ocean and sales leadership, define joint growth plan, strategies (target clients, segments lanes, etc.), and commercial metrics & KPIs
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote safety, quality, and efficiency in freight operations.
• Procure pricing and service requirements in line with customer’s demands to meet service level and customer’s expectations.
• Understand each ocean carrier’s strategy and find win-win opportunities in each partnership, helping establish long-term relationships.
• Foster positive vendor relationships and manage performance, ensuring contract compliance and positive cost development.
• Address supplier’s underperformance with clearly defined corrective action plans.
• Execute and maintain Core Carrier Program in alignment with Global Ocean Product Team
• Manage and analyze freight performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective action plans.
• Manage external vendors of pricing tools (tariff publication, contract management, etc.) Implement supplier relationship management with structured quarterly business reviews etc.
• Work with Regional and Country Managers to manage ocean contract negotiations Cultivate & maintain carrier relationships at senior levels.
• Manage and supervise the worldwide freight team, which involves tasks such as recruitment, coaching, and performance evaluation.
• Identify Ocean Freight growth opportunities – new customers, new markets.
• Implementation of customer-specific allocations, in conjunction with internal stakeholders, to ensure space and equipment availability in response to business demands.
• Communicate & collaborate closely with Global, Regional & Country Procurement Team to deliver market-leading price & service options for customers.
• Monitor and track shipments to ensure they are progressing according to plan and take corrective action as necessary.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Ocean Freight Management.
• A Bachelor's degree in a field related to Logistics, Supply Chain Management or similar is required, while having a master's degree is preferable.
• Proven track record successfully procuring global ocean freight capacity.
• Demonstrates strong negotiation skills together with an outgoing and convincing personality; an inspiring person who can engage and support teams & colleagues to deliver while collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders.
• Proficiency and knowledge with software used in managing transportation and logistics, for instance, TMS and WMS.
• Experience in managing global logistics operations, with knowledge of international trade regulations and customs requirements.
• Knowledge of logistics technology solutions and their implementation.
• Thorough understanding of the regulations governing international trade and the requirements of customs.