Trucking Procurement Manager at Flexport (Atlanta)

Flexport builds technology for global trade; companies use it to move more than $19B of goods across 112 countries a year. Flexport is seeking a Drayage Procurement Manager to own procurement, pricing, and allocation strategy across the East Coast. In this role, you’ll be responsible for building and maintaining a competitive carrier network, negotiating rates and contracts, and serving as the market expert for your region.

Key responsibilities

• Source, vet, and onboard a high-quality network of drayage carriers to meet the specific needs across East Coast markets, ensuring contracts
• Act as the Drayage Market expert providing regular market updates, leading internal enablement sessions
• Manage carrier pricing by executing buy-side strategies and leading the execution of all carrier annual and off-cycle RFPs
• Partner with Sales and Demand teams on client solutions and growth initiatives by attending client meetings, shaping sell-side margin strategies
• Proactively farm your carrier network to drive cost reductions and maintain up-to-date accessorial tariffs and baseline rate structures
• Drive P&L performance by providing key data inputs and business context for financial planning, and by supporting invoicing, audit

Requirements

• BA/BS degree and 5-7+ years of experience in trucking, freight forwarding, or a related supply chain role, with a focus on Ocean or Drayage
• Proven experience in carrier or partners facing role including procurement and management functions
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making and problem-solving
• Deep knowledge of the North American drayage market and industry trends
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and manage multiple priorities

Location and schedule

• Onsite in Atlanta, Georgia

Salary and benefits

US base salary $74,500 to $93,000 a year. Flexport also offers benefits; the full list is on the posting.

How to apply

Apply on the company's own site.