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Forward Air Corporation · 2 days ago

Procurement Senior Specialist

Coppell, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Forward Air Corporation is a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services in North America. The Procurement Senior Specialist will be a key contributor to the Indirect Procurement team, responsible for strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier relationship management to drive cost savings and ensure compliance with procurement policies.

LogisticsService IndustryTransportation

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Execution

Negotiation & Contracting

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

Stakeholder Collaboration

Lead the full sourcing lifecycle for assigned categories, primarily within Indirect Procurement (e.g., IT Hardware/Software, Professional Services, Logistics/Transportation, Facilities, Marketing)

Conduct detailed spend analysis, market research, and competitive bidding (RFx) processes to identify and select best-value suppliers

Develop and execute category strategies that align with business objectives, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and risk mitigation

Independently negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and service levels with suppliers

Draft, review, and finalize a variety of commercial contracts, statements of work (SOWs), Master Service Agreements in collaboration with legal and internal stakeholders

Ensure all contractual agreements comply with organizational standards and regulatory requirements

Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to drive performance, innovation, and continuous improvement

Manage supplier performance through regular business reviews, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensuring adherence to contractual obligations

Address and resolve complex supplier issues, disputes, and performance deficiencies promptly

Serve as a trusted advisor to internal business partners (e.g., IT, Operations, Legal, Finance) to understand their needs and align procurement activities accordingly

Facilitate effective communication between suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout the sourcing and contracting process

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementNegotiationProcurement ExperienceMarket AnalysisContractingInformation TechnologyLogistics ExperienceAnalytical SkillsCollaborationCommunicationProblem Solving