Manager, Transportation Procurement

Job DetailsJob Location: Remote - Georgetown, KY 40324Salary Range: $82,000.00 - $110,000.00 SalaryJob Shift: 1stPosition Summary: The Manager of Transportation Procurement is responsible for developing and managing a high-performing carrier network to support customer transportation needs. This role focuses on carrier sourcing, procurement strategy, capacity management, rate negotiations, and carrier performance. The Manager of Transportation Procurement will ensure reliable, cost-effective transportation solutions while maintaining compliance, service excellence, and strong carrier relationships   Position Responsibilities: Develop and execute carrier procurement strategies to secure truckload, LTL, intermodal, and specialized transportation capacity. Build and maintain relationships with asset-based carriers and transportation providers. Source new carriers and negotiate competitive rates, service agreements, and long-term partnerships. Monitor market trends, capacity fluctuations, and industry conditions to proactively secure transportation capacity. Manage carrier utilization and optimize network coverage to support customer requirements. Establish performance goals, KPIs, and accountability measures for the procurement team. Conduct regular performance reviews, training, and career development planning. Foster a culture focused on customer service, carrier engagement, and operational excellence. Serve as the primary escalation point for key carrier relationships. Develop strategic partnerships with preferred and dedicated carriers. Collaborate with sales and operations teams to support customer bids, RFPs, and pricing opportunities. Ensure all carriers meet company onboarding requirements, insurance standards, safety ratings, and regulatory compliance. Monitor and report carrier KPIs and develop corrective action plans when performance expectations are not met. QualificationsEssential Skills and Experience: Education Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred Skills Strategic sourcing and procurement Contract negotiation Bid and RFP management Cost management and cost avoidance strategies Market intelligence and rate benchmarking Data analysis and forecasting Financial acumen   Excel and Power Bi Proficiency TMS proficient Carrier onboarding platform proficient Microsoft Office proficiency   Conflict resolution Decision making under pressure Change management Cross functional collaboration Presentation skills     Experience 5+ years of transportation brokerage, carrier procurement, or carrier sales experience. 2+ years of leadership or management experience preferred.     Nonessential Skills and Experience:     Activity                       Duration   Never=0 hrs.  Occasionally = up to 3 hrs. Frequently = 3-6 hrs.   Constantly = 6-8+ hrs.                          Stand Occasionally Walk Occasionally Sit Constantly Push/Pull Never Twist (waist) Never Twist (neck) Never Crawl Never Climb (work at heights)  Never Kneel Never Bend                          Never Squat Never Repetitive Motion Occasionally Reach above shoulder level Never Reach below shoulder level Never Keyboarding/ Mouse (scanners) Constantly Fine manipulation- finger movement Constantly   Must carry/lift loads of:   Lift Carry Light (up to 25lbs.) Occasionally Occasionally Moderate (25 - 50lbs.) N/A N/A Heavy (over 50lbs.) N/A N/A           Mental  On the job the employee must be able to perform these functions on a daily basis: Read and comprehend written word Communicate orally and in writing Reason and analyze Environmental This position will be remote. General sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies