Global Ocean Freight Job Description

Become part of the team powering household names like Andrex®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Viva®, and WypAll®. At Arbex, everything you need is right here—innovation, growth, and the chance to leave a real mark. You were made to create what’s next: you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on bringing order to complexity and driving continuous improvement. You hold the big picture while mastering the details, making sure every product, process, and partnership moves with precision and purpose. You lead with the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help shape the future of tissue and hygiene for billions of people worldwide. We’ll be Unstoppable Together.

About You

In one of our supply chain roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the centre.

Job responsibilities include:

- Own the sourcing strategy and execution for ocean freight and international transportation services at global level
- Lead supplier negotiations, contracting and commercial terms to deliver cost, cash and supply‑continuity targets
- Build category cost models, market intelligence and should‑cost analysis to inform sourcing decisions
- Manage supplier relationships and performance (scorecards, business reviews, risk mitigation)
- Negotiate global carrier contracts, rates and capacity commitments; run annual/seasonal tender cycles




- Monitor freight‑market dynamics and manage cost and capacity risk with supply chain and finance

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications/ experience:

- Preferably 8+ years of strategic sourcing / category management experience
- Ocean freight / international logistics category experience; strong knowledge of carrier markets and rate structures
- Strong negotiation, analytical and cost‑modelling skills; contract management experience
- Ability to work in a global matrix organization; fluent English

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset,and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then ARBEX is the place for you.

- Market‑leading pension contribution.
- Bonus scheme.
- Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximise health care options and stretch pounds when caring for yourself or dependents.
- Private Medical Insurance, great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
- Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.




- Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

Flex That Works at ARBEX

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a versátil work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

#LI-Hybrid Primary Location Spain -Madrid Additional Locations Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

Thank you for your interest in Arbex.

Backed by the power of over 100 years of legacy brands, we are the world’s next leading producer of consumer goods. When it comes to product development, we go beyond everyday needs to anticipate what life will require in the future—while keeping innovation, sustainability, and consumers at the core of every decision. From fibre to shelf, and beyond, we act with intention at every step of the way. Because scale isn’t measured by size, it’s determined by positive impact. And that’s how we deliver what the world needs next.

We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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