What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Manager, Procurement position at ProTrans?
Position Summary
The Senior Manager of Procurement will lead strategic sourcing and procurement operations across all transportation and logistics categories, with a focus on optimizing cost, service, and supplier performance. This role will oversee procurement for LTL, FTL, parcel, and ocean freight, and collaborate cross-functionally to align procurement strategies with business goals. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in 3PL logistics, contract negotiation, and data-driven decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Manager of Procurement will lead strategic sourcing and procurement operations across all transportation and logistics categories, with a focus on optimizing cost, service, and supplier performance. This role will oversee procurement for LTL, FTL, parcel, and ocean freight, and collaborate cross-functionally to align procurement strategies with business goals. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in 3PL logistics, contract negotiation, and data-driven decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead procurement strategy for transportation services including LTL, FTL, parcel, and international (cross border) freight.
- Develop and manage RFPs, RFQs, and contract negotiations with carriers and logistics providers.
- Analyze freight spend, carrier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Maintain and optimize rate databases, contracts, and tariff documentation.
- Collaborate with Logistics, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure procurement alignment with service and budget goals.
- Implement KPIs to monitor carrier performance (on-time delivery, claims ratio, invoice accuracy).
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and logistics functions.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
- Mentor and develop procurement analysts and specialists within the team.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field (MBA preferred).
- 7 years of experience in transportation procurement, logistics, or 3PL operations.
- Proven success in carrier negotiations and freight cost optimization.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or Tableau.
- Experience with TMS systems and freight audit platforms.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Deep understanding of 3PL logistics operations and carrier networks.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Bilingual capabilities (e.g., Spanish) a plus.
