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Procurement Specialist Advantage Transport Solution Inc. La Puente, CA Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $75,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Spreadsheets ERP systems Transportation management Records management Attention to detail Vendor relationship management Contracts Productivity software Full Job Description About Us Advantage Transport Solution Inc. (ATS) is an asset-based logistics and transportation company providing nationwide freight, drayage, warehousing, and project logistics solutions. We support high-volume and project-based customers across renewable energy, industrial, and manufacturing sectors. Role Overview This is a mid-level execution and result driven role (not managerial) , ideal for individuals with 2-4 years of logistics or transportation experience who is proficient in vendor coordination, sourcing, and operational support. This position works closely with Operations and Sales to ensure capacity availability, competitive pricing, reliable vendor performance, shipment updates and capacity coordination Key Responsibilities

• Source and coordinate logistics vendors including: ○ Drayage and OTR carriers (FTL/LTL) ○ Warehouses, yards, and transload facilities ○ Specialized logistics service providers as assigned
• Execute RFQs, collect pricing, compare vendors, and support vendor selection
• Communicate with carriers and vendors to confirm availability, rates, ETAs, and service execution
• Support onboarding of new vendors (documentation, compliance, rate setup) while maintaining vendor records, rate sheets, and procurement trackers
• Assist with cost-control, track vendor performance and escalate service or pricing issues as needed. Track payment progress, Contract management/ Negotiate with vendors
• Participate in weekly operations, procurement meetings and supervise consignments.
• Work with project management to ensure efficient and consistent procurement practices through all stages of the project
• Monitor supplier performance and recommend modifications when necessary.
• Follow up issues with all relevant departments for the best decision making and for working well with suppliers.
• Communicate with team in regards to decision making, maintaining optimum capacity, resolving pending issues Required Qualifications
• 2-4 years of experience in logistics, transportation procurement, or operations
• Experience working with carriers, warehouses, or 3PL providers
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple vendors and priorities
• Proficient in Excel and standard office tools
• Fluent in English and bilingual in a foreign language (Mandarin OR Spanish) Growth

Bonus:

Performance-based

• Potential growth to

Senior Specialist or Procurement Manager Pay:

$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person