Carrier Sourcing Manager

1 month ago

Ocala, United States R+L Global Logistics Full time
Job Description

The Carrier Sourcing Manager is responsible for managing R+L Global's core carrier program, including development of existing core carriers, and adding new carriers to the network that fully meet R+L Global's carrier qualification requirements. The Carrier Sourcing Manager will oversee the development and execution of sourcing strategies to identify and secure reliable, cost-effective carrier partners across a wide network of lanes. This role will manage the entire carrier procurement process, including RFP management, rate negotiations, and contract execution, to support both new customer implementations and existing network operations. Additionally, the Manager will lead network-wide RFP projects for current customers and execute independent sourcing initiatives for new customer engagements.

Carrier Sourcing Manager responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Develop and manage the core carrier program to ensure the best level of service at the most competitive prices.
  • Engage in carrier development that can serve existing and new business in all modes through strategic alignment with business opportunity.
  • Manage the carrier procurement processes, including RFP creation and execution, KPI development, and contracting; ensure terms and conditions in carrier contracts mitigate risk to the organization.
  • Oversee carrier on-boarding processes to ensure quick start up and utilization of new carriers.
  • Maintain carrier database to ensure profile data integrity for existing carriers.
  • Network optimization of existing business and providing sales force with information for needed lanes, continuous movement opportunity and cost reduction opportunities.
  • The above job functions are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may be asked to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, Business, or other relevant academic discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • In-depth understanding of the LTL markets, including trends, capacity fluctuations, and rate drivers.
  • Ability to analyze carrier data, pricing structures, and capacity trends to make informed sourcing decisions.
  • Skilled in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid and concise conclusions and recommendations.
  • Strong ability to negotiate favorable terms with carriers, balancing cost control with service quality.
  • Skilled in fostering and maintaining long-term partnerships with carriers to secure reliable service and competitive rates.
  • Highly effective interpersonal and technical skills, including presenting, advising and consulting executive management.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with both internal and external business partners.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
  • 2+ years' experience within a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) company, specifically focused on sourcing and contracting with Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carriers.
  • 2+ years' experience in a supervisory or management level role leading and directing the work of others
  • MercuryGate and McLeod setup and configuration experience preferred
  • In-depth knowledge of 3PL operations, sourcing methods, and procurement tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously, including RFPs, contract negotiations, and new carrier onboarding.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced dynamic environment with rapidly changing priorities, meet deadlines, work well under pressure, and maintain discretion on confidential matters while maintaining a positive attitude and providing unmatched customer service
  • Ability to motivate, coach, and develop others, and to influence a group of people to achieve common goals, and implement organizational strategies and change.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
About Us

R+L Global Logistics is a world-class provider of high quality domestic and international logistics and supply chain services, with a reputation for offering the highest quality freight solutions and services to our customers. We have 14 offices across the country, with locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Fort Myers, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Laredo, Los Angeles, Nashville, Newark, Ocala, Orlando and San Antonio allowing our logistics team to optimize the supply chain process for our customers.

Why our employees love working at R+L Global Logistics
  • Values "I love working for a company that I am proud to represent based on its morals and people"Opportunities "It's exciting to play a part in building an organization knowing that as you succeed, more and more opportunities become available
  • People "While we are a larger company, I've still been able to form new friendships and relationships with the people around me"
  • Leadership "I love coming in each day and knowing that I my opinion matters to our leadership team
  • Exciting Benefits Including Vacation Properties "I love being able to go to Fort Myers Beach for a weekend getaway

BENEFITS

Company Vacation Properties, PTO, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Pet Insurance and Group Home & Auto Insurance

R+L Global Logistics will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. R+L Global Logistics will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for an assessment or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law.

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