Strategic Transportation Sourcing Lead

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd.; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd. in Duluth, GA is seeking a Transportation Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing for transportation services including truckload, LTL, small parcel and intermodal.

You will develop sourcing plans, negotiate pricing, manage vendor relationships, and analyze spend to identify cost-saving opportunities. The role requires strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills, plus experience in transportation operations and cross-functional leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 5–7 years as a Transportation Sourcing leader or similar role.
• 3–5 years in RFP/RFQ to negotiate contracts with carriers.
• Experience leading freight payables approval and reconciliation.
• Experience with large cross-functional teams.
• Deep knowledge of transportation and strategic sourcing.
• Proficient in MS Office and cost analysis.
• Strong data analytics and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and planning skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Self-starter with proactive attitude and executive communication experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes strategic sourcing plans for transportation modes.
• Negotiate MSAs and site addenda to secure pricing while maintaining service.
• Builds vendor relationships, evaluates performance, and mitigates risks.
• Analyzes spend data and totals cost of ownership; drives savings.
• Researches supply market insights to support sourcing decisions.
• Manages sourcing projects including RFx development and timelines.
• Collaborates with Purchasing, Operations, and Manufacturing to align strategies.
• Ensures accuracy of freight tariffs and related charges for P&L reporting.
• Oversees freight payables process and service provider performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

JDE

WMS

TMS

ERP software

Job description

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd. in Duluth, GA is seeking a Transportation Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing for transportation services including truckload, LTL, small parcel and intermodal.

You will develop sourcing plans, negotiate pricing, manage vendor relationships, and analyze spend to identify cost-saving opportunities. The role requires strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills, plus experience in transportation operations and cross-functional leadership