OCC Specialist

Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969. Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.

Global Forwarding Freight – Bahrain has an opening for an OCC Specialist where you will develop and administer plans and processes as part of the OFR pricing & RFQ/tender management strategy to support the commercial strategy in line with business objectives, corporate guidelines and policies. Join us now in connecting people and improving lives.

In this OCC Specialist position

• You will execute plans and processes to implement the OFR pricing strategy.
• You will respond to pricing enquiries in an efficient and competitive manner.
• You will ensure the timely monitoring and accurate updating of local tariffs.
• You will ensure RFQ development, particularly for high priority RFQs provide detailed guidance and for critical RFQs conduct launch calls.
• You will deliver day-to-day shipment documentation for freight forwarding, assist in development of tenders and ensure on-time submission on relevant documents.
• You will develop and maintain databases with specific information to enable quick responses to specific network queries.
• You will build and secure business relationships with customers and airlines.
• You will prepare carrier performance reports and reviews.
• You will identify opportunities to enhance services and processes to secure cost-effective and competitive prices and negotiate competitive rates with airline suppliers while meeting desired service specifications and transit time targets.
• You will understand recent developments of new solutions, services, lane and traffic development.
• You will provide support on issues and problems from less experienced/new team members, provide direction and guidance as needed.
• You will study and resolve issues in day-to-day delivery and implement practices for OFR pricing focusing on increasing effectiveness and efficiency.
• You will connect with and influence other specialist departments and 3rd parties e.g. external service providers.
• You may convince others to accept new concepts, practices, and approaches.
• You will build strong, trusting cross-functional relationships with DHL managers.
• You will understand customer and key stakeholders’ interests and concerns and advise direct reports, customers, and key stakeholders.
• You will provide technical guidance to line managers and employees.
• You will be an individual contributor who may manage two or fewer employees.
• You may direct the work of other lower-level professionals or manage processes and programs.
• You will coach and review the work of lower level professionals.

Now, here’s what we need from you

• 4 years’ experience or more
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience/qualification

We offer:

• Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
• Possible further career development
• Competitive salary

Why join DHL Global Forwarding?

We are part of DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html


Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. The development of talented women in our organization will be a focus for us and an important part of our DGF Strategy 2025.

We aspire to become the undisputed leader in our industry, when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF because we have:

• The largest global network with more than ~30,000 passionate employees
• The most efficient processes and fastest response times
• The best solutions and best customer service

Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World.
Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.
Our Purpose: Connecting People, improving lives.
Our Values: Respect & Results
Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization

DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Bahrain. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.