Procurement Manager for 4PL

Job Description

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.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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