Strategic Remote Logistics Procurement Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Procurement Specialist focused on logistics services to join our team in a fully remote capacity. You will source, negotiate, and manage contracts with transportation providers, warehousing services, and other logistics vendors to optimize our supply chain.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in procurement for logistics, strong negotiation and contract-management skills, and the ability to drive cost savings while improving service levels through

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Procurement Specialist, preferably with logistics or supply chain.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the logistics and transportation market.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source potential suppliers for logistics services, including freight, warehousing, and distribution.
• Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and SLAs with vendors.
• Manage vendor relationships, ensuring performance and compliance.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about logistics industry trends and pricing.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to support business objectives.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Logistics market knowledge

Analytical thinking

MS Office suite

Tools

Procurement software

MS Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Procurement Specialist focused on logistics services to join our team in a fully remote capacity. You will source, negotiate, and manage contracts with transportation providers, warehousing services, and other logistics vendors to optimize our supply chain.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in procurement for logistics, strong negotiation and contract-management skills, and the ability to drive cost savings while improving service levels through