Circle Logistics Services ยท 3 days ago
Carrier Procurement Manager`
Fort Wayne, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expCircle Logistics is a leading third-party logistics provider focused on building the future of carrier capacity. The Carrier Procurement Manager will be responsible for developing a high-performing network of carriers, leading a team, and ensuring reliable capacity and performance metrics to support growth.
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Responsibilities
Carrier Network Strategy: Build and manage a high-performing network of contract and core carriers
Core Carrier Program: Develop long-term, contracted capacity through competitive pricing and best-in-class service
Team Leadership: Lead and develop a team of carrier sourcing reps focused on repeat partnerships
Performance & KPIs: Establish and track carrier reliability, service, and profitability metrics
Capacity Forecasting: Partner with sales, pod leaders, and branch managers to forecast volume and support growth
Market Intelligence: Monitor capacity trends, fuel, and industry shifts to inform carrier strategy
RFP & Awards Support: Provide scalable capacity solutions for bids and new business implementations
Process & Technology: Improve sourcing workflows, carrier tech, and data integrity across systems
Compliance & Data: Ensure carrier onboarding, documentation, and TMS profiles meet all requirements
Qualification
Required
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required
1-3 years of experience in a logistics environment required
Must have strong operational background and abilities
Experience with and/or ability to learn a variety of TMS/CRM platforms
Above average proficiency with Google Drive and Microsoft Office (vlookup, pivot tables, reports)
Demonstrable experience with providing feedback loops to software engineers and developing customer-facing tech
Strong experience with building carrier networks, sourcing for RFPs, and learning new equipment and modes of transportation
Preferred
Associates' or Bachelor's Degree in logistics or business-related fields preferred
Benefits
Paid training and ongoing professional development in a fast-growing company that promotes from within
Paid holidays and paid time off
Health, vision, and dental benefits
Company
Circle Logistics Services
Circle Logistics is a privately held third-party logistics company committed to delivering on three core promises to our customers: No Fail Service, Personalized Communication, and Innovative Solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase