Commerce Specialist

As a Commerce Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in various aspects of warehouse management and business operations within the designated region. Your responsibilities will span across warehouse leasing, inventory management, procurement, vendor management, insurance, and market analysis. The ideal candidate should possess strong negotiation skills, organisational acumen, and a comprehensive understanding of business dynamics.

Responsibilities

1. Warehouse Leasing:

- Assist Business Units (BUs) in coordinating warehouse leasing activities within the region.

- Collaborate with real estate intermediaries for resource identification, warehouse assessment, and negotiation of lease terms.

- Manage the end-to-end process of lease agreements, ensuring compliance and obtaining necessary occupancy permits.

2. Warehouse Exits:

- Facilitate the smooth exit of warehouses upon lease expiration, including communication with landlords and coordination of refurbishment activities.

- Work closely with regional teams to ensure proper repair and restoration of premises during warehouse exits.

3. Bulk Procurement:

- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers of bulk materials such as forklifts, shelving, consumables, and electronic equipment.

- Lead negotiations and contract signings for bulk material procurement, ensuring the ideal terms for the business.

4. Inventory Liquidation:

- Coordinate the disposal of slow-moving inventory within the region.

- Drive the development of partnerships with inventory recovery vendors, negotiate pricing, and manage contracts.

- Regularly engage in supplier relationship management and evaluation activities.

5. Insurance Management:

- Procure and implement general liability insurance for warehouses, handling processes such as renewal, cancellation, and modifications.

- Develop and maintain relationships with insurance providers, proposing risk mitigation strategies and leveraging insurance for business empowerment.

6. Market Insight:

- Gather and analyse industry and market data, including macroeconomic conditions, market trends, warehouse vacancy rates, and industry transaction levels.

- Periodically produce analytical reports to keep stakeholders informed of market conditions and provide insights for strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

- Must have a valid visa to work in the UK at least 6 months. The position offers the possibility of a skilled work visa.

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.

- Being proficient both verbally and in writing in Mandarin is advantageous as this role needs to communicate with HQ in China.

- Having proven experience in warehouse management, business operations, and vendor negotiations is considered a plus.

- Must possess strong analytical and effective communication skills.

- Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

- At least 1 year of working experience in a business-related area is required.