Strategic Carrier Sourcing Specialist

First Solar Inc.; Perrysburg (OH); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar Inc. is seeking a Transportation Sourcing Specialist to manage carrier procurement for domestic and international logistics, lead bid events, negotiate rates, and onboard carriers.

You will develop relationships with TL, LTL, intermodal and drayage providers, analyze transportation spending and market trends, and implement savings opportunities while maintaining data in Oracle Transportation Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in transportation sourcing, carrier procurement, logistics operations, transportation brokerage, or supply chain management.
• Experience negotiating transportation rates and carrier contracts.
• Exposure to multiple transportation modes, including TL, LTL, intermodal, and drayage.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, distribution, or transportation environment preferred.
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS), Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead carrier negotiations, including transportation rates, accessorial charges, contract terms, and service level agreements.
• Utilize OTM and other input from internal stakeholders to determine what is needed to maintain contractual delivery obligations.
• Responsible for negotiating pricing and other commercial terms with all carriers.
• Independently investigates new providers for improved price, delivery, and quality.
• Identify and onboard new transportation providers to support business growth and mitigate capacity risks.
• Conduct transportation sourcing events, including RFPs, RFQs, and spot bid activities.
• Monitor transportation market conditions and make recommendations regarding carrier strategy and network optimization.
• Maintains effective communications levels and fosters team building.
• Adheres to all First Solar internal processes and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

TMS concepts

Transportation procurement

Freight pricing

Carrier contracting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)

Job description

First Solar Inc. is seeking a Transportation Sourcing Specialist to manage carrier procurement for domestic and international logistics, lead bid events, negotiate rates, and onboard carriers.

You will develop relationships with TL, LTL, intermodal and drayage providers, analyze transportation spending and market trends, and implement savings opportunities while maintaining data in Oracle Transportation Management.