Logistics Buyer

Schneider; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Incentive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Schneider in Green Bay, WI is seeking a Logistics Buyer to identify, onboard, and manage transportation carriers and suppliers for customers. The role focuses on negotiating rates, contracts, and performance, coordinating procurement activities, and aligning with customer supply chain strategies.

Ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in business or supply chain and 2–4 years of relevant experience, with strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related field.
• 2-4 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand customers’ supply chain strategies and how they measure success.
• Select service provider options to meet customers’ objectives.
• Provide transportation solutions based on customers’ needs.
• Coordinate with internal and external parties to create and execute operating plans.
• Negotiate contract rates by staying up to date on market trends.
• Develop and maintain relationships with service providers to provide supply chain value to customers.
• Mitigate risk through leveraging safety and service compliance processes.
• Lead monthly reviews to evaluate the performance of carriers and logistics suppliers.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain

Job description

Work Model: On-Site

Location: Green Bay, WI, USA

Shift: First shift

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Schedule: Full time; Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Schneider is seeking a Logistics Buyer in Green Bay to identify, select and onboard transportation and logistics carriers and suppliers for Schneider’s customers. The Logistics Buyer will negotiate rates and service agreements, manage provider performance and coordinate all procurement-related activities.

Responsibilities

• Understand customers’ supply chain strategies and how they measure success.
• Select service provider options to meet customers’ objectives.
• Provide transportation solutions based on customers’ needs.
• Coordinate with internal and external parties to create and execute operating plans.
• Negotiate contract rates by staying up to date on market trends.
• Develop and maintain relationships with service providers to provide supply chain value to customers.
• Mitigate risk through leveraging safety and service compliance processes.
• Lead monthly reviews to evaluate the performance of carriers and logistics suppliers.

Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related field.
• 2-4 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Pay And Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Company paid life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Results-based incentive pay program where you can earn above and beyond your base pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• See full list of supply chain and logistics benefits.

Schneider's inclusive culture

Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.