Ocean Product Manager
Ocean Product Manager
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Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Procurement and Contract Optimization:
- Supporting FCL & LCL procurement of rates allocation and terms in accordance with the respective agreed thresholds.
o FCL & LCL Procurements includes Reefers Specials and Standard equipment.
- Cooperates with and supports Operations RDM TLD and Business Development.
- Supports proper steering of Cargo - Core Carrier Policy
Carrier Management:
- Supporting relationships with Carriers.
- Supporting regular QBRs with core Carriers.
- Escalation point for capacity and /or other operations issues with Carriers.
Operational support:
- Be kept aware of operational challenges proactively and to architect product solutions accordingly.
Pricing Guidance:
- Supporting with selling rate guidance to Operations RDM TLD and Business Development.
- Work collaboratively with product leadership to strategize on targeted account opportunities.
- Interacts with GTM while submitting port to port (including rail handled by carriers) ocean freight sell rates.
- Ability to analyze customer requirements and pricing structure to ensure accuracy.
Contract Management:
Below would apply to all agreements concluded locally by U.S. Ocean Product team
- Responsible to arrange the respective filing of buying rates.
- Responsible for proper record retention as per FMC record retention policy.
- Catapult maintenance submission of
o New Contracts
o Amendment
o Accessorial advisories
Market Intelligence
- Weekly market updates
o Rate Trends
o Market Disruptions Impacting Operations
- Congestion
- Operational
- Weather
- Market Outlook
OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES
- In-depth market knowledge relevant to trade of the Ocean Freight market
- Strong and respected Carrier relationships
- Experience of operating in a multinational business environment
- Strong commercial mindset and advanced Ocean product knowledge
- Excellent analytical skills & negotiation experience
- Ability to understand and communicate complex data/financial information
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- HS Diploma or GED
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management logistics contract management or a related field preferred
- Senior level experienced professional (10 years minimum) in the Global Ocean Freight Management industry (Product/Commercial BD/Tender Management)
- Travel (25%) will be required with this position
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Use a computer 75% of the time
- Standing/Walking 25% of the time
- Stand or sit for long periods of time
MUST COMPLETE PI ASSESSMENT IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION:
At Crane we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.
We offer:
- Quarterly Incentive Plan
- 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
- Excellent Medical Dental and Vision benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
- Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
- Employee Discounts
- Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges in addition to a discount on contribution rates
Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.
More Information: benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
