Position Summary: Procurement Analyst to manage international freight rates, negotiate terms with suppliers, and pursue continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: 1. Negotiation of freight rates and terms with logistics providers. 2. Technical advisory on viable and cost-effective logistics solutions. 3. Market research for new routes and supplier identification. Posted on November 12, 2024 Location Buenos Aires Category Commercial and Sales Subcategory International Trade Sector Logistics Work Schedule Full-time Work Modality On-site Professional Level Specialist Department Logistics ### **Description** Noatum is a leading multinational provider of maritime, logistics, and port services, recognized for its over 50 years of operation, service excellence, and specialized personnel. Noatum delivers services to shipowners and vessel operators as well as to exporters and importers, with a strong presence in 26 countries across North America, South America, Europe, North Africa, the Arabian Gulf, and Asia. Currently, we have over 2\.600 employees whose dedication and commitment contribute daily to making Noatum one of the most recognized companies in its sector. We are currently seeking to hire a Procurement Analyst \- for our office located in Buenos Aires \- Argentina. Main Responsibilities: * Negotiate international freight rates—including maritime, air, and origin-based integrated logistics—as well as terms with logistics service providers. * Record rate schedules in company files and maintain them updated and accessible to internal users. * Request cost quotations for services required to support business opportunities generated by commercial executives. * Conduct periodic analysis of freight rates and origin/destination charges with local suppliers established for various traffic flows, and negotiate the most favorable terms for the company based on such analysis. * Provide technical advisory to internal users—commercial and operations teams—regarding relevant information needed to quote viable and cost-effective logistics solutions. * Conduct market research to develop new routes (rates, new suppliers) and identify new suppliers. * Analyze quotation outcomes to drive continuous improvement in negotiations. * Identify, qualify, and maintain new suppliers. We Offer: * All statutory benefits. * OSDE 210 health insurance. * Continuous training (via our Corporate University’s virtual platform). * An excellent working environment and pleasant workplace atmosphere. At Noatum, we guarantee equality and non-discrimination based on gender, race, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation throughout our selection processes, to fully leverage the capabilities of individuals across all their diversity and prevent any form of discrimination. ### **Minimum Requirements** * Graduate in International Business, Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related fields. * Advanced level of English. * Over 3 years of experience in similar roles within logistics-related companies.