About this role
<p>The Transportation Sourcing Manager – NAM is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing transportation services (e.g., truckload, LTL, intermodal, parcel, bulk tanker, courier, ocean/air as applicable) to ensure reliable capacity, competitive rates, and strong carrier performance. Responsible scope across US, Canada, and Mexico is $75M USD spend, 130,000 shipments, and 200 carriers. This role leads transportation sourcing events (1-2 per year, per mode), develops carrier strategies, manages contracts and compliance, and partners with operations, logistics, and finance to optimize total landed/transportation cost while meeting service requirements.</p> <p>A key focus of this role over the next 3-24 months will be supporting the transition from a 4PL-managed transportation network to an insourced transportation operating model. The role will support the migration of a complex transportation portfolio while ensuring uninterrupted service and sustainable transportation procurement practices. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>This role is located in Nashville, TN, must reside or be willing to relocate to this area.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Job Responsibilities </strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Cross Functional Leadership</strong></p> <p>• Partner with logistics teams to align procurement decisions with operational realities.<br>• Manage carrier contracts to support service commitments and customer requirements.<br>• Contribute to network design projects and new site/carrier/customer onboarding from a procurement standpoint.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Procurement and Sourcing</strong></p> <p>• Using deep industry experience, develop and execute transportation sourcing strategies aligned to business needs, cost, and service requirements<br>• Lead RFP events, lane analysis, carrier selection, and awards.<br>• Build and maintain a balanced carrier portfolio (asset vs broker, regional vs national, etc) optimizing cost while maintaining capacity and service. <br>• Benchmark rates, assess and predict market trends, and adjust strategies accordingly.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Negotiation and Contract Management</strong></p> <p>• Negotiate freight rates, assessorial schedules, and SLA’s<br>• With support from the legal team, review, award, and manage carrier contracts.<br>• Ensure compliance with insurance, safety, regulatory requirements, and internal procurement policies.<br>• Partner with legal and risk teams to mitigate risk and ensure contract adherence.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Carrier Performance and Relationship Management</strong></p> <p>• Collaborate with transportation operations to resolve service failures and capacity concerns.<br>• Conduct QBR’s with key carrier partners to drive continuous improvement.<br>• Establish industry standard KPI’s and create/manage carrier scorecards.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Cost Optimization and Analytics</strong></p> <p>• Identify and deliver cost-savings initiatives utilizing mode optimization, route guide changes, and periodic RFP’s.<br>• Manage transportation budgets and forecast impacts from market shifts and business volume changes.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Digital & TMS Adoption</strong></p> <p>• Ensure all approved carriers have the capability for effective use of TMS (SAP TM) and visibility tools in daily operations. <br>• Support system adoption and provide feedback for improvements.</p> <p> </p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Job Requirements</strong></span></span></p> <p><br><strong>Education</strong><br>• University degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.</p> <p><strong>Experience</strong><br>• 7-10 years of experience in transportation<br>• Demonstrated experience running RFP’s and negotiating carrier contracts at a large scale ($20M+ in annual spend)<br>• Strong knowledge of transportation modes, pricing structures, accessories, and broad market dynamics.<br>• Experience working with TMS and logistics digital tools <br>• Familiarity with freight pay/audit, claims management, and regulatory requirements.<br>• Experience with international freight and customs preferred</p> <p><strong>Skills</strong><br>• Strong operational and problem-solving mindset <br>• Ability to manage high-paced, dynamic environments <br>• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills <br>• Understanding of transport planning, execution, and carrier operations <br>• Analytical skills to monitor performance and drive improvements <br>• Proficiency in reporting tools <br>• Experience with SAP TM and SAP Business Network for Logistics (BN4L) is a strong plus</p>