Procurement Analyst - Ocean

As an Ocean Procurement Analyst, you will be responsible for pricing and procurement activities across a defined region, supporting ocean product strategy, carrier management, vendor relationships, and commercial growth. You will work closely with carriers, vendors, product management, sales teams, and branches to negotiate rates, manage contracts, provide market intelligence, and ensure timely execution of pricing activities. Success in this role requires strong commercial acumen, relationship-building skills, attention to detail, and the ability to influence stakeholders across a global organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and manage core carrier relationships aligned with the global carrier strategy.
• Negotiate freight rates, terms, and conditions with ocean carriers for both strategic and regular business activities.
• Maintain and update carrier contracts, including FAK and NAC agreements.
• Ensure timely and accurate rate updates within internal systems.
• Coordinate with regional and global pricing teams to support pricing initiatives and customer requirements.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships while ensuring compliance with established engagement guidelines.
• Process FCL rate requests accurately and within established service level expectations.
• Support product managers by identifying market trends, opportunities, and expansion strategies.
• Prepare reports on quotations, volumes, key trade lanes, and pricing performance.
• Support sales teams, global accounts, and branch offices with pricing guidance and tender responses.
• Deliver sales training related to ocean products and share market intelligence with the wider network.
• Contribute to the expansion of ocean product offerings and development of new key trade lanes. QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• 3+ years of experience in the shipping, freight forwarding, logistics, or ocean transportation industry.

• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and relationship management capabilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.

• Self-motivated, disciplined, and comfortable making decisions involving business risk. Preferred

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience.

• Mandarin and/or an additional Asian language.

• Knowledge of doing business within Asian cultures and regions.

• Commercial sales experience.

• Experience with MDI and CHRistal Lines Tariff tools.

• Strong presentation and leadership skills.

• Ability to travel as required. WHAT WE OFFER

• Real opportunities to grow your talent in a fast-moving global organization.

• An open, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

• Professional development and learning opportunities.

• Exposure to international ocean procurement and carrier management activities.

• Comprehensive benefits package and career growth opportunities.

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

€33,000.00 - €55,900.00

The base pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for the position across the entirety of the country this requisition is posted in. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by work location, which takes into account geographic cost of labor, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!