Pricing & Procurement Officer

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

Yusen Logistics Benelux has branches in The Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg and Sweden. We have about 700 colleagues working on these locations.
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for procurement and pricing in Ocean Freight Forwarding? Join Yusen Logistics Benelux and make an impact!

For our office in Melsele we are looking for a Pricing & Procurement Officer.

The role:
As a Pricing & Procurement Officer, you will execute our procurement vision and strategy, ensuring competitive and cost-effective solutions. You will work closely with our business development, operations, and management teams to drive profitability, improve supply chain efficiency, and enhance our commercial positioning.

Key responsibilities:
- Review and verify tender pricing to maintain competitiveness and compliance.
- Develop accessible pricing tools and schemes for enhanced visibility.
- Support market intelligence activities, providing valuable insights.
- Guide Ocean Freight Forwarding operations in adherence to the Core Carrier Program.
- Collaborate proactively on pricing opportunities with internal stakeholders.
- Monitor and measure carrier performance, ensuring alignment with procurement strategy.
- Identify cost reduction opportunities to achieve financial goals.
- Ensure compliance with global procurement standards and contracts.
- Support the development of local charges to increase competitiveness.

What we are looking for:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Ocean Freight Forwarding or a related industry.
- Strong knowledge of global and local freight markets.
- Ability to drive cost savings and process efficiencies.
- Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Analytical mindset with proficiency in KPI analysis and financial acumen.
- Basic knowledge of GDP (Good Distribution Practice) is a plus.
- Passion for sustainability, technology adoption, and supplier relationship management.
- Excellent communication in Dutch & English.

What we offer:

- A dynamic role within a global logistics leader.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and become part of Yusen Logistics Benelux!