Country Product Manager – Ocean Freight - BDP Asia-Pacific Ltd.

•  Support the execution of the Ocean Product initiatives in alignment with the Regional and Global teams.

• Gathering market information (rates, capacity, trends) analyzing it and sharing insights with relevant stakeholders.

• Implement standardized global/regional solutions (digital tools, product programs) adapted to local needs.

Operational Execution & Process Optimization

•  Oversee daily FCL/LCL operations ensuring service quality and coordination with carriers, ports, truckers, and customs brokers.

• Identify and manage operational risks (congestion, equipment imbalance, delays) while assisting on the creation of contingency plans.

• Support maintenance of local tariffs and ensure data accuracy on the systems.

• Assist in training and guiding Sales and Operations on product-related topics.

Commercial Guidance

•  Lead and oversee pricing activities including spot requests and customer quotations.

• Act as country lead for the ocean tender process and support Sales in winning strategic customers and the development of new trade opportunities.

• Provide support to Sales Teams in customer discussions including active participation when required.

• Contribute to monitoring performance and identifying improvement opportunities.

Stakeholder, Carrier & Compliance

•  Maintain and develop relationships with local carriers, NVOs, key clients and local partners.

• Conduct QBRs with Carriers to align on performance KPIs and assist on resolving disputes when required.

• Ensure adherence to compliance requirements and internal processes.

• Act as escalation point for major operational or commercial issues.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.

• 3-5 years in ocean freight, product management or leading operational roles.

• Proven work experience  in  pricing activities, carrier negotiations, and product development.

• Good understanding of the local market dynamics (e.g., key ports, trade regulations).

• Result driven, reliable and with a structured approach for handling day-to-day operational tasks.

• Strong operational understanding with ability to handle changes and exceptions.

• Fluent in English and local language(s).

• Good understanding of the Ocean Freight Market and Product Concepts.

• General commercial awareness and understanding of the pricing structures.

• Strong  communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

• Problem-Solving - Analytical mindset to resolve operational obstacles and bottlenecks.

• Flexible and able to adapt to a changing market and operational environments.

• Volume Growth - Expansion of FCL / LCL volumes and market share.

• Maintain pricing accuracy and adherence to the agreed rates and allocations.

• Cost savings from carrier negotiations.

• Support reduction of Local Charges and D&D exposure.

• Adherence to the agreed rates and allocations with carriers.

• Ensure compliance with internal guidelines and local regulations. Practical knowledge of FCL/LCL operations and shipping processes

• Familiarity with local customs, incoterms, and trade requirements.

• Good knowledge in TMS, Excel, and BI tools.

• Experience in rate negotiations and contract management.