Procurement Specialist

Automated Logistics Systems, LLC.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & bonuses

401(k) contribution

Paid Time Off

Medical benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Automated Logistics Systems, LLC. is seeking a Procurement Specialist to source, onboard, and manage strategic carrier partnerships within our Managed Service Department.

You will support negotiations, RFQ events, contracts, cost analysis, rate management, and carrier performance to optimize transportation costs and service levels. The role requires analytical and negotiation strengths, with the ability to collaborate with carriers, customers, and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in carrier, truckload, or transportation procurement preferred.
• Experience within Managed Transportation Services preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carrier Partnership Management: Source, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard carriers that align with customer requirements and ALS goals.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with carriers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Carrier Performance Management: Monitor carrier scorecards and KPIs, conduct performance reviews, and address opportunities.
• Procurement & RFQ Management: Support RFQ events, negotiations, and annual procurement events.
• Market & Cost Analysis: Analyze transportation costs and market conditions to optimize spend.
• Rate Management: Manage and maintain transportation rates within TMS.

Skills

Carrier procurement

RFQ management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Excel proficiency

Tools

TMS software

Job description

About ALS:

Automated Logistics Systems (ALS) is a family-owned third-party logistics provider focused on delivering innovative transportation and supply chain solutions for customers across North America. Our team works closely with carriers, customers, and internal partners to create efficient, reliable, and cost-effective transportation solutions.

Purpose of the Role:

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing, onboarding, and managing strategic carrier partnerships within the Managed Service Department. This role supports carrier negotiations, procurement events, contracts, cost analysis, rate management, and carrier performance. The Procurement Specialist serves as a key connection between carriers, customers, and internal teams, helping optimize transportation costs, improve service quality, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement through strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.

Top Responsibilities:

• Carrier Partnership Management: Source, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard carriers that align with customer requirements and ALS goals. Build strong, long-term relationships with carriers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Carrier Performance Management: Monitor carrier scorecards and key performance metrics, conduct regular performance reviews, and work with carriers to address opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Procurement & RFQ Management: Support and manage RFQ events, including negotiations, implementation, annual procurement events, and ad-hoc sourcing projects.
• Market & Cost Analysis: Analyze transportation costs, monitor market conditions and industry trends, and identify opportunities to improve service levels and optimize transportation spend.
• Rate Management: Manage and maintain transportation rates within TMS, ensuring accurate, competitive, and efficient rate management.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Network Partner Management
• Market Competitiveness
• Network Lane Management
• Carrier Performance
• Cost Optimization

What We’re Looking For:

• 1–3 years of experience in carrier, truckload, or transportation procurement preferred
• Experience within Managed Transportation Services preferred
• Strong knowledge of the transportation and logistics industry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong negotiation and relationship-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and attention to detail

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus compensation
• 401(k) Safe Harbor contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Family-owned company with a collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Why Join ALS?

At ALS, you’ll have the opportunity to play a meaningful role in how transportation networks operate. This position combines procurement, analytics, negotiation, and relationship management, giving you the opportunity to directly influence carrier performance, customer satisfaction, and transportation costs. If you’re someone who enjoys working with data, negotiating with partners, solving problems, and finding ways to make transportation networks more efficient, this could be a great opportunity to grow your career with ALS.