Procurement Manager for 4PL

About the Role

We are looking for a Procurement Manager. This is a key leadership role within our Sourcing, Purchasing & Receiving function, focused on indirect procurement and multi‑modal transportation sourcing (LTL, FTL, Ocean, Cross‑Border & 4PL environments).

You will act as a direct extension of our customer, managing vendor sourcing, quotations, and proposal development—ensuring the customer has final sign‑off and full visibility. This role requires a hands‑on leader who is highly organized, able to manage competing priorities, and ready to fully engage in shaping a new operational setup.

This position is hybrid in Charlotte, NC, with travel to Texas as part of the customer engagement and facility launch plan.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Lead end‑to‑end procurement of indirect goods and services supporting business operations.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers across multiple modes, including:
  • Domestic Trucking (LTL & FTL)
  • Ocean Procurement
  • Cross‑Border logistics
  • 4PL‑related sourcing and coordination
• Manage quotations, pricing proposals, vendor performance, and contract compliance.
• Develop procurement proposals for customer review and approval.
• Serve as an extension of our customer in procurement decisions and supplier interactions.

Operational & Strategic Responsibilities

• Support the launch of a new facility, collaborating with cross‑functional teams and suppliers.
• Travel to Texas 1–2 times per quarter for on‑site coordination, supplier visits, and customer engagement.
• Implement procurement strategies that enhance efficiency, cost control, and service quality.
• Create departmental plans, adjust priorities as needed, and resolve resource or operational challenges.

People Leadership

• Lead a team of procurement professionals and frontline staff, providing coaching, performance reviews, and development.
• Oversee team responsibilities including PO processing, supplier management, and adherence to policies.
• Foster a collaborative and accountable work environment.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and act as the procurement interface for JCB.
• Ensure alignment with customer expectations and internal policies.
• Represent procurement during client meetings, solution design sessions, and operational reviews.

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Technical Skills

• Strong background in domestic trucking procurement (LTL & FTL) — top priority.
• Experience in Ocean, Cross‑Border, and 4PL operations.
• Proven ability to source vendors, negotiate pricing, and build customer proposals.
• Experience acting as a customer extension in a procurement or logistics environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills — critical for this role.
• Understanding of indirect procurement processes, contract management, and supplier governance.
• Previous experience in the Charlotte logistics market is a plus.

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies

• Ability to manage and develop teams of early‑career professionals or frontline colleagues.
• Strong decision‑making ability and independence within established policies.
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Highly engaged, proactive, and adaptable to new operational environments.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work model (3 days in the Charlotte office).
• Competitive salary ($91,700 – $110,000 USD annually).
• Opportunity to lead procurement strategy for a brand‑new site and a major customer.
• Exposure to multi‑modal logistics and cross‑border procurement.
• Growth opportunities within a global organization.

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