SpeedX · 1 day ago
Director of Delivery Service Provider (DSP) Procurement
SpeedX is seeking a Director of Delivery Service Provider (DSP) Procurement who will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing relationships with third-party delivery service providers. This role ensures the organization has reliable, cost-effective, and high-performing delivery partners to meet operational demands and customer service standards.
Responsibilities
Vendor Sourcing & Onboarding
Identify, evaluate, and select qualified delivery service providers to support last-mile and mid-mile logistics
Lead the onboarding process, including due diligence, contracts, and system integration
Procurement & Contract Management
Negotiate terms, pricing, service level agreements (SLAs), and contractual obligations with DSPs
Develop and maintain a portfolio of preferred delivery vendors
Ensure contracts are up to date, compliant, and aligned with company policies and legal requirements
Performance Management
Monitor vendor KPIs including on-time delivery, cost efficiency, service quality, and compliance
Collaborate with operations teams to address performance issues and implement corrective actions
Cost Optimization
Analyze delivery costs and identify savings opportunities through supplier consolidation, route optimization, or renegotiation
Support budgeting and forecasting related to transportation and delivery expenses
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with logistics, legal, finance, and customer service teams to ensure alignment across all DSP-related activities
Participate in process improvement initiatives related to delivery operations
Market Research & Risk Management
Stay current on market trends, new delivery technologies, and regulatory changes
Assess supply risks and develop contingency plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
3–5 years of experience in procurement, preferably within logistics or delivery services
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Knowledge of transportation and last-mile delivery operations
Proficiency in procurement and ERP tools (e.g., SAP, Coupa, Oracle)
Strong analytical and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Preferred
Experience with third-party logistics (3PL) or courier networks
Familiarity with compliance standards and delivery performance metrics
Certification in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, CPM) is a plus