Procurement Manager

APM Terminals; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Job summary

Maersk in Charlotte, North Carolina is seeking a Procurement Manager to join the Logistics & Services Procurement team. You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead sourcing initiatives across transportation and logistics categories.

Collaborate with Product, Operations, Finance, Legal and Commercial teams to drive cost leadership, service excellence, and profitable growth while ensuring compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate studies preferred.
• 5+ years of procurement or related experience.
• Experience developing procurement strategies and negotiating with suppliers.
• Strong analytical skills with Excel and data analysis.
• Experience with Power BI and AI tools is desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to support growth.
• Lead supplier negotiations, contracts, and sourcing initiatives.
• Build strategic relationships with key suppliers and partners.
• Manage RFP events and source-to-contract activities across categories.
• Analyze market trends and procurement data for decisions.
• Align procurement with Commercial, Operations, and Finance teams.
• Identify supply risks and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor negotiations

Analytics

Stakeholder management

Power BI

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

About Maersk

Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process.

At Maersk, we’re transforming global supply chains through end-to-end integrated logistics.

As a global leader in connecting and simplifying trade, we help businesses move goods seamlessly across ocean, air, landside transportation, and warehousing, all supported by cutting edge technology and an extensive global network.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and able to be themselves.

Our team members come from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we value the unique strengths each person contributes.

With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

About the role

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to join our Logistics & Services Procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, leading sourcing initiatives, and driving value creation across multiple transportation and logistics categories.

Working closely with Product, Operations, Finance, Legal, and Commercial stakeholders, you will help deliver cost leadership, service excellence, and profitable growth while influencing strategic procurement decisions across the business.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a complex, fast-paced environment and contribute to key initiatives that support Maersk's integrated logistics strategy.

What We Offer

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a truly international company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with passionate colleagues around the world, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment. Through the training and support we provide and learning on the job, you will have the chance to truly take your career all the way.

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Match

Work with a global procurement organization supporting transportation, warehousing, customs brokerage, and logistics services.

Partner with senior stakeholders across Product, Operations, Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams.

Gain exposure to innovative procurement practices, including the use of AI and data-driven decision-making.

Access career development opportunities, global collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies that support business objectives and profitable growth.
• Lead supplier negotiations, contract management activities, and sourcing initiatives to maximize value and service performance.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and external partners.
• Manage RFP events and source-to-contract activities across assigned categories and geographies.
• Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and procurement data to support strategic decision-making.
• Partner with Commercial, Operations, and Finance teams to align procurement decisions and capacity planning needs.
• Identify supply chain risks, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with company policies and supplier standards.

Who are we looking for

We recognize that experience comes in many forms. If you don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Bachelor’s degree required; graduate studies are preferred.

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, transportation, supply chain, logistics, forwarding, warehousing, or related industries.
• Experience developing procurement strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and managing vendor relationships.
• Strong analytical capabilities with advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to present recommendations to leadership.
• Experience with Power BI and familiarity with AI tools is highly desirable.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen combined with a customer-focused mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

• Job type: Full-time
• Location: Charlotte, North Carolina (5 days per week, fully onsite)
• Reporting Line: Head of Procurement
• Travel Expectations: Limited travel as required by business needs.
• Salary: $100,000 - $120,000* *The stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary and may be adjusted based on market conditions, experience, and location. Final compensation will be discussed directly with the selected candidate(s) in compliance with all applicable laws.

Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States - You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world.