Global Ocean & International Logistics Procurement Lead - Singapore

Job Title: Global Ocean & International Logistics Procurement Lead

Company: Mondelez International

Location: Singapore

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Mondelez International is seeking an experienced Global Ocean & International Logistics Procurement Lead to join its AMEA Procurement team. This strategic role is responsible for developing and executing global ocean freight procurement strategies, managing relationships with leading logistics partners and ocean carriers, and driving cost optimization, supplier innovation, resilience, and sustainability across the global supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for ocean freight and international logistics.
• Lead strategic procurement initiatives for ocean transportation and logistics services across global markets.
• Manage commercial negotiations with ocean carriers, freight forwarders, and logistics service providers.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with global logistics partners to ensure service excellence and supply continuity.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Logistics, Commercial, and cross-functional stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Drive supplier innovation, sustainability, resilience, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization while maintaining service quality and operational efficiency.
• Utilize data analytics and market intelligence to support sourcing decisions and supplier performance management.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, service level agreements (SLAs), and business reviews.
• Assess supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure uninterrupted logistics operations.
• Promote best practices in procurement governance, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree or MBA is preferred.

Experience

• Proven experience in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement.
• Strong experience in Ocean Freight, International Logistics, or Transportation Procurement.
• Experience managing global supplier relationships and logistics contracts.
• Demonstrated success in leading complex sourcing initiatives and commercial negotiations.

Required Skills

• Strategic Sourcing
• Global Procurement
• Ocean Freight Procurement
• International Logistics
• Transportation Procurement
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Commercial Negotiation
• Cost Optimization
• Category Management
• Logistics Strategy
• Supply Chain Management
• Risk Management
• Supplier Performance Management
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Stakeholder Management
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Continuous Improvement
• Communication & Leadership

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
• Deep understanding of global ocean freight markets and logistics operations.
• Ability to build strategic partnerships with carriers and logistics providers.
• Data-driven decision-maker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working in a global, cross-functional environment.
• Passion for driving innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable procurement practices.

Location: Singapore

Employment Type: Full-Time

Function: Global Procurement | Strategic Sourcing | Ocean Freight | International Logistics | Supply Chain