Associate Category Lead (Ocean Freight)

TL;DR

Associate Category Lead (Ocean Freight): Executes global category strategy at commodity level, leading bid processes like RFI/RFP and sourcing decisions with an accent on market data, cost modeling, and negotiation strategies. Focus on supplier relationship management, implementing cost savings initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration across multiple AP countries.

Location: In Office, Shanghai, China

Company

One of the world's largest tire companies employing about 63,000 people and manufacturing products in 49 facilities across 19 countries.

What you will do

• Execute global category strategy for ocean freight commodities, leading RFI/RFP processes and sourcing decisions.
• Leverage market data and cost modeling to develop negotiation strategies and support contract negotiations.
• Build supplier relationships focused on total cost of ownership, supply chain advantages, innovation, and process improvement.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives linked to regional/global strategies.
• Manage logistics procurement support from sourcing to contract execution across multiple AP countries.
• Foster cross-functional relationships, capture market intelligence, and drive Commercial Council goals.

Requirements

• Well English communication skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related field
• Above 5 years experience in corporate setting; prior Procurement, Supply Chain or Operational function preferred
• Fundamental knowledge of business processes and ocean logistics
• Strong organization, Microsoft Access/Excel or database skills, communication, influence, self-direction in fast-paced multi-tasking environment

Culture & Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer considering all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics