C.H. Robinson is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager - Ocean to enhance our team.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of building strategic relationships with ocean carriers, securing competitive pricing, and ensuring reliable capacity for global forwarding business. This role is critical in connecting carriers with commercial teams to win, retain, and grow business across key trade lanes. You will also play a vital part in contract negotiations, compliance reviews, and process optimization, making a measurable impact on global supply chain efficiency.
If you are passionate about shaping trade and driving results, join us and be part of a team that moves the world.
Responsibilities:Develop relationships with carriers to effectively procure the space and pricing for the geographical responsibility
Create strategic relationships with ocean carriers
Procurement on Ocean Carriers (within geographical responsibility)
Negotiate and maintain competitive service contracts
Lead communication efforts with ocean carriers and commercial resources to optimize tender strategy
Build relationships and supports teams internally (Branches) and externally (customers)
Work with sales and pricing teams to provide carrier data for bids
Subject Matter Expert (SME) for ocean export carrier relations and to present market updates to clients
Develop carrier relationships to successfully procure necessary space allocations and equipment
Provide network with market analysis and communications
Create professional presentations to be shared with network and customers providing carrier and data analysis to communicate risks and propose alternatives
Involve and provide pricing for (within geographical responsibility) RFQ’s
Work with the restricted commodities team to review and approve restricted commodities requests for export
Understand FMC regulations to ensure compliance
Engage in bids for strategy
Subject Matter Expert (SME) for matters pertaining to ocean export operations
Develop, maintain and manage processes related to contracts submission, review, and retention i.e. forms, templates, terms
Identify areas for improvement related to C.H. Robinson’s contract processes and workflows
Collect and maintain company contracts, approvals, signatures, and related documents
Contribute to general team initiatives, including taking on special projects as necessary
Other duties or responsibilities as assigned according to the team and/or country specific requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum 6 years of previous ocean procurement experience
Ability to travel up to 20% (within geographical responsibility)
Previous ocean export experience
Global Forwarding pricing experience
Demonstrated negotiation, collaboration, and influencing skills
Demonstrated verbal and written communication and multi-tasking skills, including excellent project and meeting management
Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of products
Flexible working hours
Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
Your Health, Wealth, and Self
Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:
Group Mediclaim Policy (GMC)
Group Personal Accident (GPA) policy
Covid-19 related coverage and reimbursement
Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)
Group Term Life (GTL) Insurance Plan for employees
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Investment Declaration & Flexi Benefit Plan
Variable Pay based on position
Flexible work arrangements
Paid Privilege, Casual and Sick Leaves
Paid Maternity & Paternity Leaves
Paid Compassionate Leaves
Paid Public Holidays
Paid time off to vote
Reward & Recognition Program
Wedding Allowance
Special Mobility Assistance
Employee Wellness Initiatives
Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities
Equal Opportunity
C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 6 years of previous ocean procurement experience
C.H. Robinson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health coverage is offered alongside FSAs and employer HSA contributions. Feedback suggests health coverage is often viewed as strong and supportive of wellbeing.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan strengthen long-term financial security. Additional offerings like performance bonuses and charitable matching further bolster the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, volunteer time, and role-based FTO/PTO structures provide multiple avenues for rest and flexibility. Feedback suggests generous PTO and work-from-home options are valued by many employees.
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What We Do
C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With nearly $21 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world’s largest logistics platforms. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With the combination of our multi-modal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for our more than 105,000 customers and 73,000 contract carriers. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers’ businesses. As a responsible global citizen, we are also proud to contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to our company, our Foundation and our employees.
