Carrier Sourcing Manager - Strategic Network Growth

Odyssey-Logistics-; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

PTO & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Vendor discounts

Job summary

Odyssey Logistics in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Manager, Carrier Sourcing to build and develop a high-quality network of asset-based carriers for Enterprise Managed Services clients. The role identifies capacity gaps, qualifies carriers, and converts capacity into contracted or dedicated relationships through close collaboration with Procurement, Operations, and Safety.

You will guide onboarding, negotiate rates and terms, monitor carrier performance, and leverage market intelligence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of logistics or supply chain experience.
• 3+ years transportation-related sourcing experience (sourcing, onboarding, contracting, category and supplier management).
• Experience booking carriers for Hazmat, Tanker Endorsed, and flatbed freight.

Responsibilities

• Develop carrier network to address EMS client coverage gaps; manage onboarding with Safety team.
• Negotiate competitive rates and terms; manage carrier relationships and performance.
• Monitor tender acceptance, on-time pickup/delivery; escalate issues with carriers as needed.
• Develop market briefs and collaborate with Procurement and Operations to translate requirements into sourcing priorities.

Skills

Logistics experience

Sourcing & contracting

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

Odyssey Logistics in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Manager, Carrier Sourcing to build and develop a high-quality network of asset-based carriers for Enterprise Managed Services clients. The role identifies capacity gaps, qualifies carriers, and converts capacity into contracted or dedicated relationships through close collaboration with Procurement, Operations, and Safety.

You will guide onboarding, negotiate rates and terms, monitor carrier performance, and leverage market intelligence to