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As an Ocean Freight Procurement Manager, you’ll be an integral part of helping achieve Flexport’s growth goals. \nWe’re looking for a leader, the key responsibility of your role will be to drive the trade growth in terms of volume, revenue and net revenue by managing external & internal customers’ expectations, as well as carrier (vendors) relationships. Doing so successfully, you will provide a clear strategy to optimize Flexport’s buying position and at the same time offer a good level of service to our clients. 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