Objectives:
Increase the win ratio of business and RFQ through timely, efficient, well organized replies
Maximize the profit of the business by better buying rates
Deliver the space commitment and quality service to customer
Support the growth of volumes & profit by coordinating with sub-regions

Role & Responsibilities:
(1) Carrier relationship & Rate procurement
Develop and maintain relations with ocean freight carriers
Provide updated information within network on carriers’ situation, i.e. blank sailing program, new service and changes in ocean surcharges
Procure the competitive general /FAK rates with carriers for all trades

(2) Pricing Guidelines
Upload the rates contract of specific carriers on Rate Engine – Catapult
Circulate the rate sheets, ex Far East to all trades, to overseas offices, GCA offices (related sales & operations team) on timely manner
Attend daily FAK rate enquiries ex Far East to worldwide
Attend RFQ/Tender
Prepare the benchmarking exercise through carrier online tools and SCFI reports of all trades

(3) Capacity Management
Co-ordinate with carriers and internal party for capacity/space issue
Co-ordinate with the sub regions on volume/equipment projections so that we can secure space/equipment guarantee with respective carriers.
Manage seasonal capacity requirements e.g. Chinese New Year, National Day holidays, peak seasons.

Education and Experience requirements:
Degree qualified
Over 4 years’ solid experience in freight forwarding industry
Having good connection with ocean carriers

Job Skills and Competencies for this position:
Team player with strong communication, interpersonal skill and networking capability
Proactive, self-motivated, able to work independently, Detail Minded
Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Strong command both written and spoken English, Cantonese and Chinese
Good computer literacy (Microsoft word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access)