Logistics Sourcing Strategy Lead

SCOPE Recruiting - Supply Chain Recruiters; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SCOPE Recruiting - Supply Chain Recruiters is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Category Lead – Logistics to direct sourcing and category management across North America. You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Manufacturing to develop cost-effective logistics strategies.

The role requires 2+ years in procurement or logistics, experience with RFIs/RFPs, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and the ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in relevant field and 2+ years procurement experience.
• Experience managing RFIs, RFQs, RFPs and vendor negotiations.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct strategic sourcing and category oversight for assigned Logistics sectors.
• Execute category initiatives to optimize costs, elevate service standards, boost vendor output, and protect business continuity.
• Oversee full-cycle sourcing events, including RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, vendor assessments, contract negotiations, and formal contract awards.
• Cultivate strong vendor partnerships and elevate operational quality through ongoing collaboration and process refinement.
• Work alongside Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Manufacturing teams to align procurement approaches with organizational objectives.
• Analyze expenditures, market conditions, and vendor metrics to identify cost savings and reduce operational risks.
• Present actionable sourcing recommendations and market trends to key organizational stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement activities to strengthen overall procurement systems and category performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Vendor management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor7s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, Procurement, or a relevant field preferred.

Job description

SCOPE Recruiting - Supply Chain Recruiters is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Category Lead – Logistics to direct sourcing and category management across North America. You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Manufacturing to develop cost-effective logistics strategies.

The role requires 2+ years in procurement or logistics, experience with RFIs/RFPs, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and the ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.