Head of Terminal Procurement – Latin America

About the role

The Head of Terminal Procurement for Latin America will shape and execute the region’s terminal sourcing strategy, ensuring cost leadership, operational resilience, and strong partnerships with terminal operators. Reporting into the global procurement function, this senior leader works closely with Ocean, Network and Operations teams to support long‑term capacity needs and investment decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead terminal procurement for Latin America, defining and executing sourcing and negotiation strategies that support cost leadership, network resilience, and long‑term capacity needs.
• Own end‑to‑end terminal commercial management, including major negotiations, contract structures, governance, benefit realization, and management of commercial exposure and risk.
• Provide structured analysis for ocean investment opportunities, delivering fact‑based assessments on terminal footprint, concessions, expansions, capacity transitions, and contractual implications.
• Lead senior supplier relationships with key terminal operators and port authorities, driving performance management, disciplined escalation, and long‑term partnership development.
• Act as the primary terminal procurement interface to Ocean, Network, Operations, Product, and Finance, ensuring alignment and transparent contract execution.

Required profile

• Proven experience in terminal procurement, sourcing, and contract negotiation within the shipping or logistics industry.
• Strong understanding of terminal operations, network performance, and capacity planning in Latin America.
• Demonstrated ability to manage commercial exposure, risk, and complex stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent analytical skills for investment assessment and financial modeling.
• Ability to influence senior internal and external partners and drive strategic partnerships.

Required skills

What we offer

• Global reach with local impact – contribute to projects that shape global trade.
• Inclusive and dynamic culture that values diversity and continuous learning.
• Competitive rewards, best‑in‑class benefits, and talent development programs recognized worldwide.