Senior Logistics Specialist Carrier Management, Final Mile
Core
Senior subject-matter expert managing end-to-end domestic transportation activities, carrier relationships, and network optimization to ensure efficient, cost-effective freight movement.
Role type
Senior Logistics Specialist (Carrier Management & Inbound Transportation)
Builds
Optimized domestic freight networks, carrier performance metrics, and transportation cost efficiency.
Domain
Retail supply chain / Domestic logistics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (transportation network execution)
Required skills
Domestic freight mode knowledge, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), carrier relationship management, freight data analysis, contract negotiation, capacity planning, stakeholder coordination
Preferred skills
Manhattan TMS proficiency, advanced Excel/Access, process automation expertise
Technologies
Manhattan TMS, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
Responsibilities
Coordinate domestic inbound freight from suppliers to distribution centers; Monitor carrier performance KPIs and manage rate negotiations; Plan and optimize transportation capacity across truckload, LTL, intermodal, and rail; Analyze freight data to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities; Lead issue resolution for service disruptions and peak periods; Develop transportation performance dashboards and SOPs.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities