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ND Paper · 5 days ago

Freight Buyer-Strategic Sourcing (IM, TL, OCN, RL)

Sturtevant, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

ND Paper is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pulp, paper, and packaging products in the United States. The Freight Buyer will lead the strategic procurement and capacity sourcing of transportation services across various modes, developing sourcing strategies and ensuring cost-effective transportation solutions for domestic and international shipments.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute multi-modal freight sourcing strategies

Lead RFP processes and contract negotiations across all transport modes

Build reliable capacity through asset-based carriers

Optimize modal mix and routing to balance service, cost, and sustainability goals

Expand and manage a robust carrier network with lane-specific coverage

Secure both committed and spot capacity in volatile markets

Identify underperforming lanes and implement corrective sourcing actions

Monitor cost-per-mile, accessorial charges, and lane-level budget adherence

Develop and track carrier scorecards focused on on-time delivery, claims, and responsiveness

Collaborate with Finance for accurate freight accruals and forecast alignment

Align with Planning, Distribution, and Customer Service to ensure service-level targets are met

Support operational readiness for seasonal spikes, product launches, and cross-border flows

Provide market intelligence to leadership to support network design and sourcing strategies

Qualification

Transportation procurementCarrier negotiationsTMS platformsData analysisProject managementAgilityCommunicationProblem-solvingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business

4–6 years' experience in transportation procurement, preferably across multiple modes

Demonstrated success managing carrier negotiations and strategic freight sourcing

Strong Excel/data analysis skills; experience with TMS platforms required

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management abilities

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family.

Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance.

Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance.

A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution

Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location.