Chief Procurement Officer
Location Charlotte
Type Permanent
Sector Sales & Commercial development
Closing Date 17/12/2025
Chief Procurement Officer – Freight Forwarding – Miami, FL
Ocean freight, procurement, carrier negotiations, trade lanes, commercial strategy, Miami
About the Company
We’re representing a dynamic, fast-growing global freight forwarder with a strong reputation for delivering tailored international logistics solutions. With a solid global footprint, deep expertise across multiple trade lanes, and a culture that values agility and hands-on execution, this business is expanding its U.S. operations and looking for a Chief Procurement Officer to lead its ocean freight procurement strategy.
About the Role
This executive-level position will oversee global ocean procurement, working in close alignment with the Global CEO and U.S. CEO. Based in Miami, you will own carrier relationships, secure competitive pricing structures, and ensure alignment between procurement and commercial teams across the U.S. and Canadian markets. This is a high-visibility role at the heart of the business, requiring both strategic leadership and the flexibility to step in hands-on when challenges demand it.
Key Responsibilities
Candidate Requirements
What You Can Expect
Ocean freight, procurement, carrier negotiations, trade lanes, commercial strategy, Miami
About the Company
We’re representing a dynamic, fast-growing global freight forwarder with a strong reputation for delivering tailored international logistics solutions. With a solid global footprint, deep expertise across multiple trade lanes, and a culture that values agility and hands-on execution, this business is expanding its U.S. operations and looking for a Chief Procurement Officer to lead its ocean freight procurement strategy.
About the Role
This executive-level position will oversee global ocean procurement, working in close alignment with the Global CEO and U.S. CEO. Based in Miami, you will own carrier relationships, secure competitive pricing structures, and ensure alignment between procurement and commercial teams across the U.S. and Canadian markets. This is a high-visibility role at the heart of the business, requiring both strategic leadership and the flexibility to step in hands-on when challenges demand it.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead negotiations and manage executive-level relationships with major carriers (CMA, MSC, Hapag, ZIM, and others).
- Set procurement strategy across priority trade lanes:
- Far East to U.S., Canada, Mediterranean (Italy), and North Europe (France).
- India to U.S. and Canada.
- Europe to U.S. and Canada.
- Collaborate closely with the commercial team to align procurement programs with client needs.
- Act as a senior escalation point for urgent global issues, including time-sensitive coordination with overseas partners.
- Secure competitive rates and sustainable capacity solutions to fuel growth.
- Deliver market intelligence and strategic insights directly to global leadership.
Candidate Requirements
- Deep knowledge of the ocean freight industry and global trade lane dynamics.
- Established network with carriers at senior decision-making levels.
- Strong track record in procurement leadership and high-value carrier negotiations.
- Hands-on, solution-driven approach with flexibility to operate across global time zones.
- Commercial mindset with the ability to partner effectively across sales and operations.
- Must be based in Miami, FL.
What You Can Expect
- Direct reporting line to the Global CEO and U.S. CEO.
- Executive-level visibility and impact on global procurement strategy.
- Entrepreneurial, fast-paced company culture with autonomy.
- Collaboration with established commercial teams and access to a strong U.S./Canada client base.
- Competitive executive package reflecting seniority and global influence.
Closing Date 17/12/2025
Job Contact
Name Rob Tuckey
Email Rob.Tuckey@altius-talent.com
Job Ref. 3931
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