Strategic Procurement Executive Position Available In Marion, Florida

Strategic Procurement Executive is an experienced logistics professional responsible for sourcing and developing partner carrier relationships. This includes managing both existing and future customer loads – including pickup, transit, and on-time delivery – while maximizing margins and providing exceptional service. Strategic Procurement Executive responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following: Manage and continually develop business relationships with our customers and carriers Ensure that customers freight is covered by managing the pickup, transit and on-time delivery Recruit and source contract carriers and validate contract eligibility Present multiple modes of transportation options to your customer base Negotiate rates with partner carriers to ensure we are able to continue to offer competitive rates to our customers Dispatch carriers and properly update loads within our transportation management system Maintain contact with carriers and internal business partners to ensure the shipper and consignee are aware of any challenges or issues that may arise Consistently track and trace freight movements from origination to destination taking full responsibility for any occurrences while solving them both constructively and efficiently Continuously develop the carrier base by making outbound calls to build new relationships and expand coverage solutions for our customers Communicate daily with partner carriers to understand where their equipment is located and what type of haul they are looking to cover Utilize partner carriers truck lists and external load boards to assist with matching customer needs with carrier abilities Timely and accurately input information into the transportation management system to ensure system integrity Provide unmatched Customer Service through daily conversations, actively listening to customers in order to identify needs, provide solutions, educate and build relationships

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

High school Diploma or GED Bachelor’s Degree in Business or similar field of study with emphasis in: Supply Chain, Transportation, Logistics, Sales, Marketing, or International Business preferred 5+ years’ experience working in a full truckload environment Have the drive, assertiveness, passion, and dedication to succeed in the logistics Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities Ability to handle and prioritize high call volumes and customer inquiries while exuding a high level of customer service Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work flexible schedule Willingness to relocate for job advancement a plus Previous experience with transportation management systems and loads boards; McLeod preferred Previous experience in some or all of the following modes a plus: dry van, expedited, flatbed, oversized loads, refrigerated and intermodal Knowledge and understanding of transportation guidelines and regulations Knowledge and understanding of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations (FMCSR) Knowledge of local market geography, transportation arteries and traffic patterns a plus Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and inter-personal skills, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with people at all levels of the organization Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing unmatched customer service Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; Bilingual Spanish or Eastern European languages a plus