Asia Trade Lane Manager - Latin America at Expeditors

Monte Patria, Coquimbo Region, Chile -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Trade Management, Carrier Management, Negotiation, Market Research, Business Development, Customer Engagement, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Fluent in English, Fluent in Spanish, Fluent in Portuguese

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

Company Description “We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors, you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. 18,000 trained professionals 300+ locations worldwide Fortune 500 Globally unified systems Job Description The Trade Lane Pricing Asia position is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing all commercial and procurement aspects of the ocean freight trade between Asia and Latin America. This role drives growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction through strategic carrier relationships. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Trade Management and Development Maintain short and long-term trade strategy for import and export between Asia and LATAM with regional ocean product directors to drive growth in Asia trade Negotiate and manage carrier contracts, space allocations and services agreements to ensure cost competitiveness and reliability. Identifying new opportunities, growing existing trade lanes, and optimizing networks to increase volume and profitability. Building strong relationships and negotiating favorable rates and service levels with carriers for Asia trade. Conducting in-depth research on market trends, competition, and emerging technologies to identify risks and opportunities Network Business Development Developing and executing growth strategies and business plans to achieve volume and profitability targets for the Asia trade. Participate strategically in customer engagement. Participate in the implementation of awarded business to ensure all sold rates are backed up with the correct underlying carriers and strategy. Carrier Management Procurement and management of rates, service contracts, and accessorial updates for the associated trade Procurement and management of allocation for Asia trade Partner with carriers to find synergies allowing Expeditors to achieve best-in-class service and pricing. Complete frequent meetings with key service providers for Asia trade to develop relationships. Field Support Ongoing engagement with Geography Leaders, Regional Pricing and Product Managers, Account Management, Sales, and District offices Develop learning opportunities. Support & participate in carrier negotiations. Ocean Market update Qualifications College graduate bachelor’s degree in business, International Business, or Supply Chain Management Minimum 4 years in international freight forwarding, with a strong focus on Latin America ocean market Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Fluent in English Fluent in Spanish and/or Portuguese Additional Information Expeditors offer excellent benefits: Paid Vacation Holidays Paid Sick Time Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage Life and Disability Insurance Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Training and Personnel Development Program All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.

Responsibilities

The Asia Trade Lane Manager is responsible for developing and optimizing commercial and procurement aspects of ocean freight trade between Asia and Latin America. This role focuses on driving growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction through strategic carrier relationships.