About the RoleWorldwide Logistics Group / NTDS Canada is seeking an experienced Director of Procurement Operations – Ocean Freight to lead our ocean freight procurement strategy and build out a world-class procurement function. This is a high-impact leadership role reporting directly to the President & CEO, with the opportunity to shape carrier relationships and trade lane strategy across our global operations.Key ResponsibilitiesTake full ownership of the ocean freight procurement function, driving strategy and performance across all regions and trade lanesEvaluate the company’s current ocean freight procurement mixBuild out the procurement function globally, diversifying the carrier mix through established, long-term relationshipsEstablish regular internal and external updates on market conditionsCollaborate with teams across Asia, Europe, and the USA to optimize carrier strategy and improve procurement on existing and new trade lanesPartner with sales to grow the ocean product offering,



increasing both volume and gross profitWork alongside the CEO to penetrate new end markets and establish current trade lanes while strengthening existing trade relationshipsSet procurement policies and manage the department’s budget to support the company’s profitability goalsNegotiate and oversee the negotiation of ocean freight carrier contractsResolve carrier service issues and claims to protect service levels and cost efficiencyBuild, lead, and develop a high-performing global procurement teamQualificationsA bachelor’s degree or college diploma in business administration, commerce or economics is required.Proven senior leadership experience in global procurement, preferably within ocean freight/logisticsStrong track record managing carrier relationships and trade lane strategyExperience negotiating regional or global contracts with major ocean carriers (e.G., Cosco, HPL, YML, MSC, EVG) across Asia, Europe, and North AmericaExperience working cross-functionally with international teams (Asia, Europe, USA)7-10 years of experience in global ocean freight procurement for a global freight forwarderExtensive professional experience managing procurement and carrier relationships across Asia-based trade lanesAbility to partner with sales to drive commercial growthStrategic mindset with the ability to build long-term global partnershipsIncentive:Performance-based, tied to individual, business unit, and company resultsMedical insurance for employee and familyCompany vehicle, cell phone, and laptop providedTerms of Employment:Permanent, Full-Time (Minimum 40 hours/week)Reports To:President & CEO

📌 Director Of Procurement Operations – Ocean Freight (Mississauga)
🏢 Worldwide Logistics
📍 Mississauga