Road Freight Carrier Manager: Build Partnerships

Kuehne+Nagel; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel in the United States is seeking a Road Logistics Carrier Manager to optimize road freight operations, source carriers, and manage capacity to meet client requirements. You will negotiate rates, monitor KPIs, and build carrier partnerships while supporting strategic initiatives.

The role requires 3+ years in trucking and TMS proficiency; a Bachelor's in a related field is preferred. The position offers a competitive base salary and benefits, with a base range of $70,000–$75,000

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business (preferred)
• 3+years of experience in transportation, Truckload brokerage, and managing FTL Shipments
• Deep understanding of Road transport regulations, FTL pricing, and carrier networks
• Expertise in Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Excel
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Identify, vet, and contract with reliable carriers (asset-based and brokerage) to build a robust carrier network
• Negotiate spot market and contract rates to maximize profitability and minimize costs
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time pickup/delivery, safety compliance (DOT/FMCSA), and service reliability
• Build long-term partnerships with carriers to secure capacity during market constraints
• Act as the escalation point for critical issues, service failures
• Partner with Operations and Pricing teams to identify opportunities for strategic capacity and cost savings
• Support Kuehne + Nagel’s strategic initiatives pertaining to carrier engagement and operations

Skills

3+ years transportation experience

FTL Shipments

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Excel

Job description

Kuehne+Nagel in the United States is seeking a Road Logistics Carrier Manager to optimize road freight operations, source carriers, and manage capacity to meet client requirements. You will negotiate rates, monitor KPIs, and build carrier partnerships while supporting strategic initiatives.

The role requires 3+ years in trucking and TMS proficiency; a Bachelor's in a related field is preferred. The position offers a competitive base salary and benefits, with a base range of $70,000–$75,000