Carrier Procurement Representative

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Oregon.

📋 Description

• Identify, assess, onboard, and cultivate relationships with carriers throughout Circle Logistics' freight network.

• Develop and sustain a varied carrier portfolio that includes dry van, reefer, flatbed, expedited, and specialized transportation modes.

• Foster long-term carrier relationships to improve service reliability and freight coverage.

• Negotiate favorable buy rates while aligning service expectations with profitability goals.

• Assess carrier performance, pricing structures, service metrics, and dependability.

• Collaborate with Fraud and Compliance teams on carrier onboarding, vetting processes, and fraud prevention measures.

• Ensure accurate maintenance of carrier information, rate histories, and documentation within the TMS.

• Utilize market data, load boards, and transportation indices to guide procurement strategies.

• Enhance lane profitability through effective carrier development and disciplined pricing strategies.

• Assist with spot bid pricing, freight coverage efforts, and procurement projects.

• Work alongside account management and sales teams on identifying business opportunities.

• Build and maintain relationships with asset-based carriers, owner-operators, and regional fleets.

• Act as the main point of contact for designated carrier relationships.

• Resolve service failures, conflicts, and operational challenges.

• Monitor carrier performance metrics, such as service quality, communication, acceptance rates, claims, and punctuality.

• Engage in carrier development activities, including coaching, training, and professional growth.

• Follow established procedures for sourcing, onboarding, negotiation, load coverage, and carrier performance management.

• Collaborate with operations and customer teams to guarantee successful account implementation and service delivery.

• Support leadership with reporting, procurement initiatives, and special projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience is required.

• An Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field is preferred.

• 1–3+ years of experience in freight brokerage, carrier procurement, transportation operations, sales, customer service, or a related field.

• Proven experience in negotiating rates and managing relationships within transportation settings.

• Familiarity with carrier economics, freight markets, and transportation operations.

• Proficient in TMS and CRM systems.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, including spreadsheet reporting, data analysis, and reporting tools.

• Exceptional negotiation and relationship-building skills.

• Strong sense of urgency and competitive drive.

• Capable of strategic problem-solving and sound decision-making.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across different functions.

• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Analytical mindset driven by data, capable of interpreting market conditions and procurement trends.

• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

• Proven success in fast-paced, high-volume brokerage environments.

• Strong time management and prioritization skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness plans.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.