Talent Bridge · 1 day ago
Logistics Procurement Manager
Middleton, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expTalent Bridge is seeking a senior logistics procurement leader to own road transportation strategy, carrier sourcing, and cost optimization across complex, multi-modal trucking networks. This role leads end-to-end procurement and strategy for road transportation, ensuring cost efficiency, service reliability, sustainability, and compliance across a large transportation spend.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for LTL, FTL, flatbed, parcel, and bulk road transportation
Lead carrier negotiations, including rates, fuel surcharge structures, and contract terms
Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities through benchmarking, lane analysis, and backhaul optimization
Oversee freight audit and payment systems to ensure accuracy and compliance
Partner with logistics operations and sales teams to align capacity with demand
Improve network efficiency through load consolidation, carrier diversification, and backhaul mapping
Support sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
Manage transportation compliance across DOT, FMCSA, HOS, and hazmat regulations
Contribute to enterprise-wide logistics and procurement initiatives
Promote and adhere to health, safety, and environmental policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field
7+ years of experience in road transportation or logistics procurement
Strong experience across LTL, FTL, parcel, flatbed, or specialized trucking
Proven negotiation and contract management expertise
Advanced data analysis skills (Excel required)
Experience with freight audit & payment systems and predictive analytics
Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Tableau, Power BI preferred
Company
Talent Bridge
There is often a gap between open roles and the right skill sets. Talent Bridge is here to close it.
2-10 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase