Ocean Procurement Expert

About YQN

As a global digital logistics expert, YQN offers consultative international logistics services covering sea freight, air freight, rail freight, multimodal transportation, trucking, customs clearance, insurance, overseas warehousing, and destination services.

On the YQN platform, customers can easily compare rates, make bookings, and fulfill order online, addressing common industry challenges, such as complex channels, opaque pricing, information asymmetry, and inconsistent service standards.

YQN has established subsidiaries worldwide, covering North America, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. We have partnered with 300+ top shipping and airline companies and have access to 3500+ high quality supplier resources. YQN also has a professional customer service and fulfillment team of over 500 people to provide more worry‑free and efficient international logistics services.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ocean carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and other service providers to negotiate rates, secure capacity, and ensure smooth execution of shipments.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients, understanding their business requirements and providing tailored solutions to meet their logistics needs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including customs requirements, trade sanctions, and safety regulations, to minimize risk and ensure the legality of shipments.
• Monitor and control costs associated with ocean freight operations, identifying opportunities for cost savings and optimizing transportation routes and modes.
• Ensure service quality, on‑time delivery, and cost efficiency, and take corrective actions as needed to address any issues or discrepancies.
• Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in the supply chain, such as port disruptions, vessel delays, or cargo damage, and develop contingency plans to mitigate these risks.
• Stay informed about market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes affecting ocean freight transportation, and provide insights and recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications

#J-18808-Ljbffr