Logistics & Supply Chain

Our client is a global logistics and supply chain company with a long history of success. We are looking for a Country Procurement Manager.This position will lead procurement efforts, with the goal of strengthening and establishing long-term, trusted, and transparent relationships with core suppliers.Responsibilities: Ensure that airfreight products and strategies are properly set up and volumes are developing well within the country, based on aligned trade lanes, customer, and vertical budgets Align with the commercial head of the country on commercial and product strategies, reviewing the pipeline to define the right trade lane focus, understanding internal capabilities, resources, and market data Build and maintain good relationships with core carriers’ country-level decision-makers and GSAs Monitor and control core carriers’ performance in alignment with the operation and procurement teams, enforcing a methodology of performance reviews and action plans Integrate with all available carriers (or their appointed GSAs) in the country, taking necessary steps in terms of contracts and bank guarantees aligned with the regional head Comply with global core carrier policy for top trade lanes by evaluating carriers’ performance and feasibility, establishing objectives aligned with the regional head Maintain a high-performing local procurement team by supporting and collaborating with the team to deliver the best rates and services Ensure the development of local tariffs with approved subcontractors and manage supplier performance, including cost checks and audits Coordinate with sales management, airfreight operations, and trade lane managers to capture or seek business opportunities Negotiate rates for key accounts and high-volume trade lanes with regional/global core carriers and ensure beneficial agreements Maintain competitive tariffs (buying and suggested selling) in the respective region and ensure they are maintained by the respective PIC (eg, CTS) Lead the procurement team to adopt a consolidation-oriented approach for shipments, ensuring alignment in shipment planning and pricing Foster collaboration between the procurement and operations teams during the booking phase Utilise digital procurement and booking platforms to enhance efficiency Monitor bookings and get involved in specific cases to increase profitability Apply dynamic thinking to explore alternative routes and service offerings Monitor business cases, assess risks, and generate investment ideas aligned with the global product growth strategy Support the implementation of newly acquired business in collaboration with the airfreight operation team and other stakeholders Establish infrastructure for potential gateway setups within the country, considering capabilities, feasibility, and flexibility Serve as a channel for market intelligence, ensuring actionable and insightful information is shared with the commercial head of the country within frameworks set by the Regional Product Head Continuously monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes affecting the airfreight industry, initiating required actions/changes within the organisation Requirements: Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve targets and drive performance improvements Capacity to understand market dynamics, identify opportunities, and develop strategic plans to improve profitability and service quality Strong understanding of Profit & Loss (P&L) management and experience in implementing initiatives to positively impact financial performance Deep understanding of the airfreight industry, including market trends, regulations, and operational best practices Ability to make informed decisions within the framework set by higher management, balancing short-term goals with long-term objectives Proven track record of developing and implementing initiatives to enhance service offerings and improve customer satisfaction Effective communication skills to convey strategies, goals, and expectations to team members and stakeholders at all levels Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive alignment and achieve common objectives Aptitude for identifying challenges and developing creative solutions to overcome them, ensuring continuous improvement Commitment to achieving measurable results and driving performance improvements in line with organisational objectives