Head of Asia Feedering, Procurement & SOC

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a strategic and process-oriented Head of Asia Feedering Procurement & SOC to join our Singapore office. In this role, you will manage a diverse team to execute departmental strategy in alignment with internal stakeholders. You will be responsible for building cost-effective and reliable feeder networks, driving process improvements, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. You will also oversee relationships with third-party feeder companies, resolve operational issues, ensure full compliance with procurement policies, and foster a high-performance, collaborative team culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procure and manage a reliable, cost-effective third-party feeder network across APAC.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to secure capacity for market growth, including underutilized services.
• Lead third-party feeder tender to meet the group’s strategic demands through high strategic negotiation skills
• Manage the Procurement team to achieve KPIs and ensure full compliance with company policies.
• Ensure full availability of 3rd party feedering networks with valid contracts to CC Group
• Identify SOC opportunities in underutilized corridors
• Guide the SOC pricing team on rate adjustments based on utilization.
• Support Finance on AR/AP issues with SOC customers on overdue payments
• Build strong relationships with other shipping lines and SOC customers
• Forecast third-party feeder spend and report to management
• Prepare and present performance reports to group leadership.
• Attend Monthly Results Meetings to review and optimize Feeder Services and SOC performance.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the container shipping industry.
• 2–3 years of experience in operations or feedering roles is preferred
• Strong knowledge of vessel operations, cargo flow, and partnership agreements.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive impactful business outcomes.
• Strong cross-cultural awareness and understanding of international business practices.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects with a successful track record.

Why Join CMA CGM?

• Be part of a global leader in shipping and logistics with ambitious growth plans. 
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and regional exposure.

**This role is open for local employment only

**Kindly note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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