Strategic Sourcing Representative I

Covenant Logistics; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Covenant Logistics is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Specialist in Chattanooga, TN. This role will focus on sourcing carriers and managing relationships to ensure excellent service and load coverage. Responsibilities include understanding shipment requirements, negotiating pricing, and collaborating with internal staff. A Bachelor's degree in business management or supply chain is required, with preferred experience in transportation or logistics. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for every year of education required.
• Experience in transportation/logistics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex shipments and understand customer’s requirements.
• Find and hire mentor carriers to meet shipment parameters.
• Develop relationships with carriers and collaborate with internal teams.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and negotiate pricing with carriers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work as a team

Knowledge of trucking/logistics industry

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management or supply chain

Job description

Overview

This role is the driving force behind finding and matching carrier availability to customer needs. Strategic Sourcing Specialists I maximize their capabilities to grow business by sourcing both existing and future customer capacity needs. To that end, the role will develop strong relationships with known motor carriers and source and develop relationships with new carriers to ensure load coverage and excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Clearly understand internal instructions regarding a customer’s shipment requirements and handle complex shipments
• Find and hire mentor carriers, and other freight transportation providers, with capabilities to ensure shipment parameters and customer satisfaction are met or exceeded (a/k/a “Cover” loads)
• Confidence in carrier selection process to ensure carrier has been fully briefed and properly vetted to be successful with a shipment or series of shipments
• Develop meaningful relationships with carriers and operational understandings, helping match carrier preferred lanes with freight, and work with carriers as determined by the company
• Continually source new carriers, developing the same relationships and understandings
• Continually collaborate with internal colleagues, teammates, and any other personnel necessary to help secure new business
• Collaborate closely with Sales Representative (SR) and Account Management (AM) staff to perfectly understand customer needs, including Standards of Care and Standard Operating Procedures, in order to meet customer needs and demands as well as ensure the motor carriers know what they are getting
• Be aware of, review, know where to find, and work in accordance with, company policies and procedures
• Demonstrate pricing proficiency, resourcefulness, and creativity, relating to negotiating pricing with carriers
• Strategize on how to meet carrier and customer satisfaction
• Persuade and negotiation with carriers and customers to ensure best prices are obtained
• Ensure relationships, carrier and customer needs are developed and cared for to ensure sustainability

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Have a sense of urgency to successfully complete tasks at hand
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to work as a team and independently as needed
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Knowledge of the trucking/logistics industry
• Ability to create positive relationships with customers
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to take verbal and written instruction and execute with confidence

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or supply chain required. One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for every year of education required.
• Experience in transportation/logistics preferred

Competitive Compensation

We believe in rewarding excellence. Our compensation approach balances market-based salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure ensuring your pay is fair, competitive, and aligned with your growth. The posted range reflects the full pay band for the position. The expected pay range below represents where most candidates are hired, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Candidates with more extensive or highly relevant experience may be considered toward the higher end of the overall pay band.

• Expected Pay Range: $40,000.63-$45,240.00
• Full Pay Range: $40,000.63-$62,120.37
• Pay Grade: 6
• 401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
• Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.

Robust Health & Wellness Benefits

Your well-being is our priority. Our full health benefits package is designed to support every aspect of your health—from preventive care to peace of mind:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Access
• Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Time to Recharge

We believe rest fuels results. Our time-off benefits help you maintain balance and bring your best self to work:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Time off to Volunteer

Culture-Driven Perks

We’ve created a workplace culture where people feel empowered, supported, and excited to grow. Our corporate perks are designed to elevate your everyday:

• Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
• Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
• Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s challenges.
• Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members

Covenant Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Disability/Veteran

VEVRAA Federal Contractor