Procurement Logistics Manager

Curran Recruiting; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Curran Recruiting seeks an experienced Transportation Sourcing Manager to lead strategic procurement of TL, LTL, parcel, intermodal, ocean, and air freight. You will independently manage RFP/RFQ processes, negotiate contracts, and drive cost savings across multiple freight categories.

You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, and Operations to optimize sourcing strategies, track savings, and improve service levels, reporting on performance and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in transportation procurement, strategic sourcing or logistics category management.
• Proven experience independently leading transportation RFPs/RFQs and carrier contract negotiations.
• Demonstrated success delivering measurable transportation cost savings.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Manufacturing or distribution industry experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation sourcing and procurement initiatives across TL, LTL, parcel, intermodal, ocean, and air freight.
• Manage end-to-end RFP/RFQ processes, including carrier evaluations, bid analysis, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to reduce transportation costs and improve service levels.
• Negotiate carrier rates, contracts, and service agreements.
• Analyze freight spend, market trends, and carrier performance to identify savings opportunities.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, and Operations teams to support business objectives.
• Track and report procurement savings, carrier performance, and sourcing initiatives.

Skills

Transportation procurement

Strategic sourcing

RFP/RFQ management

Contract negotiations

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Transportation Sourcing Manager to join a well-established organization. This is a hands‑on, individual contributor opportunity focused on strategic transportation sourcing, carrier negotiations, and driving cost savings across multiple freight categories.

The ideal candidate will bring strong transportation procurement experience, with a proven ability to independently manage competitive bid processes, negotiate contracts, and develop effective sourcing strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead transportation sourcing and procurement initiatives across TL, LTL, parcel, intermodal, ocean, and air freight.
• Manage end‑to‑end RFP/RFQ processes, including carrier evaluations, bid analysis, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to reduce transportation costs and improve service levels.
• Negotiate carrier rates, contracts, and service agreements.
• Analyze freight spend, market trends, and carrier performance to identify savings opportunities.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, and Operations teams to support business objectives.
• Track and report procurement savings, carrier performance, and sourcing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in transportation procurement, strategic sourcing, or logistics category management.
• Proven experience independently leading transportation RFPs/RFQs and carrier contract negotiations.
• Demonstrated success delivering measurable transportation cost savings.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Manufacturing or distribution industry experience is a plus