Transportation Sourcing Manager: Cost-Driven Carrier

Conectiv Supply Chain Solutions, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Conectiv Supply Chain Solutions, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking a Transportation Sourcing Manager to lead procurement of multi-modal transportation. You will develop sourcing strategies, manage carrier relationships, and optimize cost while maintaining service quality and compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in transportation procurement, strong analytical skills, and experience with TMS/ERP systems. Collaboration with operations, planning, and finance is essential to drive company objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field.
• 5+ years in transportation procurement, logistics sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of domestic and international transportation markets and regulations.
• Proven experience in negotiating and managing carrier contracts.
• Analytical skills with ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions.
• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) and ERP software.
• High degree of proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for transportation services to meet cost, service, and capacity requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and rates with carriers and logistics service providers across all transportation modes.
• Evaluate and select transportation partners based on performance, cost, capacity, and service metrics.
• Monitor carrier performance through KPIs, scorecards, and regular business reviews.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (operations, planning, procurement, finance) to align logistics strategies with business objectives.
• Analyze freight spend and transportation data to identify cost-saving opportunities, route optimization and process improvements.
• Lead bid events/RFQs and manage the sourcing calendar.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation-related regulations, contracts, and SLAs.

Skills

Transportation procurement

Logistics sourcing

Contract negotiation

Data analysis

TMS proficiency

ERP software

MS Office 365

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

TMS

ERP software

Job description

Conectiv Supply Chain Solutions, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking a Transportation Sourcing Manager to lead procurement of multi-modal transportation. You will develop sourcing strategies, manage carrier relationships, and optimize cost while maintaining service quality and compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in transportation procurement, strong analytical skills, and experience with TMS/ERP systems. Collaboration with operations, planning, and finance is essential to drive company objectives.