Job Details - Sea Lead

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Our Shipping Routes
Global trade routes connecting key ports worldwide.
Our Solutions
Tailored logistics solutions to meet diverse shipping needs.
Asia – Mexico (AMX)
Connects China and South Korea to Mexico with strategic port calls in Shanghai, Qingdao, Busan, and Manzanillo.
China – Australia (SAE)
China to Australia (SAE) service connects key ports in China with major ports in Australia.
China – East Asia – Turkiye (5CX)
Connecting crucial ports in China and Malaysia to major destinations in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Türkiye.
China – East India (FIX 1)
FIX 1 service offers a direct service from ports in China to the east coast of India.
China – West India (FIX 3)
FIX 3 service offers a direct liner shipping connection between key ports in China and the West Coast of India.
China – US West Coast (AWC)
Offering seamless connectivity from major Asian ports to key inland destinations in North America.
Far East – Bangladesh (FBX)
Offers a direct route from major Chinese ports to Chittagong, Bangladesh.
India – Dubai – East Africa (IDEA)
Offers swift and direct connectivity between key ports in India and the United Arab Emirates, extending to East Africa.
India – Türkiye – Egypt (WARM)
Connecting vital ports across India, Türkiye, and Egypt.
Mediterranean – South American East Coast (MEDSA)
Connectivity and accelerated cargo transportation between Mediterranean ports and South America East Coast with MEDSA Service.
Mediterranean – US East Coast (MEDUS)
Connects the Mediterranean and the U.S. East Coast with strategic port calls in Mersin, Istanbul, Gebze, Aliaga, Casablanca, New York, and Norfolk.
Middle East – Gulf – Asia (MEGA)
Linking China’s key ports with the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.
North Africa Service (NAF)
Connectivity and expedited cargo transit between Türkiye and the North Africa with SeaLead’s customized NAF Shuttle Service.
Red Sea – India (RESIN)
Linking India to Egypt through Saudi Arabia.
SouthEast Asia – India – Gulf (SIG)
Connecting key ports across Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia) to strategic destinations in India and the Gulf (UAE, Saudi Arabia).
Spain – Türkiye – Morocco (STM)
Connects key ports in Spain, Türkiye, and Morocco.
Türkiye – Italy Express (TIE)
Connects Gemlik, Izmit, Istanbul, Aliaga, Salerno, La Spezia and Genoa, with a fixed space agreement in place.
Türkiye – Libya (MES)
Connecting Türkiye to Libya. Our modern fleet ensures direct shipping between Istanbul, Yilport, Aliaga, Misurata, and Benghazi.
Cargo & Equipment Solutions
Advanced solutions for safe and efficient cargo handling.
Information Technology
Innovative IT solutions for seamless logistics.
Our Fleet
A modern fleet ensuring reliable transportation.
Information Centre
Dangerous Goods Restrictions
Secure and regulated handling of dangerous goods.
Local Charges
Transparent local charges for smooth shipping operations.
News & Insights
Stay updated with the latest shipping news and insights.
Support
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Job purpose:
Procurement and Vendor Management

Main tasks and responsibilities:
Support on all Procurement and Vendors related matter. Coordinate and provide review on the terms and conditions with agencies, liners, and terminals in accordance with the company requirements.  Drive cost improvement and sustainability and ensure good service level from the vendor. Maintaining data base for all contracts agreement. Support the development of cost database for analytics and strategic planning to enable effective data driven procurement approach. Maintain a fair platform for all vendors, and complete financial evaluation of all proposals and coming up with approval proposals. Conduct review and identify areas for cost improvement i.e., tariffs, assessment of market, benchmarking, high frequency of cost occurrence events and service levels through periodic vendor performance appraisals of all vendors. Monitor and Liaison with vendors for contract renewal. Maintain record for annual terminal rebate recovery. Maintain communication and establish good rapport with internal and external stakeholders. Provide support to consolidate statistics for annual agency performance renew. Liaison with 3rd party operators and Lines for slots requirement.

Key interactions (Internal \| External):
External: Port Agencies \| JV Partners \| Terminals \| Liners Internal: Finance & Accounts \| Line Management \| Trades

Education requirements:			Language requirements:
Degree / Diploma in Maritime Studies or relevant experience.			English – Fluent (required)

Background and experience:			Competencies and skills:
5 – 10 years’ experience within Liner shipping company. Familiar with Liner / Feeder operations. Knowledge of port, harbor, customs activities and procedures, and necessary legal requirements. Knowledge of Terminal operating systems, shipping operations, vessel services and port rotations.			Good time management skills Analytical, numerical with problem-solving skills Able to work under pressure with tight work deadlines. Negotiation skills. Excellent excel skills. Out of the box thinking. High Integrity in all dealings with vendors.