Procurement Manager - Transportation Category

Procurement Manager - Transportation Category

Responsibilities

• Category Strategy & Sourcing:

• Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies for all transportation categories (e.g., full truckload (FTL), less than truckload (LTL), parcel, express, ocean freight, air freight, warehousing, customs clearance).
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, supplier research, and spend analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and potential savings.
• Lead the end-to-end sourcing process, including RFI/RFP development, bid analysis, vendor evaluation, and selection.

• Supplier Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key transportation and logistics service providers.
• Conduct regular business reviews with suppliers to assess performance, drive continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to contractual terms.
• Identify, onboard, and manage new suppliers to expand service capabilities and optimize the supply base.

• Contract Negotiation & Management:

• Lead complex contract negotiations with transportation vendors to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Draft, review, and manage transportation contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and company requirements.
• Monitor contract compliance and performance, initiating corrective actions when necessary.

• Cost Optimization & Value Creation:

• Proactively identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality or delivery timelines.
• Analyze transportation data to pinpoint areas for efficiency gains, route optimization, and mode shifting.
• Drive value creation through innovative solutions, such as technology adoption, consolidation, or collaborative logistics.

• Internal Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Supply Chain, Logistics, Production, Sales, and Finance, to understand their transportation needs and align procurement strategies.
• Provide expert guidance on transportation market dynamics, pricing trends, and best practices.

• Risk Management & Compliance:

• Identify and mitigate risks related to transportation disruptions, supplier performance, and regulatory changes.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical guidelines, and relevant transportation laws and regulations.

• Performance Reporting:

• Track and report on key procurement metrics, including savings achieved, supplier performance, and market trends.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management on transportation category performance and strategic initiatives.