Bulk Procurement Manager

See yourself at Odyssey.

Join the team as our new Bulk Logistics Procurement Manager!

Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring

Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey) is a global logistics provider. Our adaptive approach to solving modern logistics challenges differentiates us in the markets we serve. Odyssey Logistics & Technology’s specialized multimodal expertise is the strategic foundation that provides clients with a full service offering across our four operating divisions including intermodal, freight forwarding, transport & warehousing, and managed services.

Odyssey’s multimodal services offer cost-effective, end-to-end freight solutions equipped to deliver on evolving customer requirements.  Combined, Odyssey delivers innovative, high-value logistics services & technology solutions to support diverse customer requirements. In addition to being certified by the American Chemistry Council as a Responsible Care® partner company we consistently exceed customer expectations by integrating analytics, carrier relationships, specialized assets, sustainability strategies and deep international expertise. Our unique approach ensures that customer shipments keep moving at full speed, even in the face of ever-changing market headwinds.

Based in vibrant Charlotte, NC Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We’re actively recruiting for this key, high profile role in the company because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us!

Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers

About the Job:

The Procurement Manager (PM) will have specific transport mode responsibility for Odyssey clients.  In that role, the PM will execute, implement and maintain carrier solutions to deliver the lowest cost after meeting service level commitments Odyssey provides to its customers with consideration for the environmental sustainability of the network.  The PM will maintain a current knowledge of procurement practices and provide routine commercial support to clients.  This includes establishing and maintaining a respectful, professional and ethical carrier relationship on behalf of Odyssey to both clients and logistics service providers.  The PM will additionally understand and continuously improve the work processes of the Procurement Department.

In This Role, You Will:

• Create network solutions and procurement strategies that deliver the cost while meeting service level commitments
• Provide mode procurement support to Odyssey and its clients.
• Develop new supplier solutions when clients present new requirements
• Identify and screen new potential carriers
• Negotiate commercial terms with carriers
• Actively contribute to department and managed services continuous improvement programs and projects
• Follow and drive toward Odyssey savings and service targets
• Research anomalies in Odyssey’s savings calculations\
• Strive toward a goal of flawless master data by reviewing and submitting master data improvements for upload into TMS
• Monitor overall supplier performance and effectiveness to ensure cost and service objectives
• Maintain a good working relationship with Odyssey’s carriers.

Qualifications

We recognize not all applicants have every skill or qualification to match a job description exactly. Odyssey values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the most required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!

Required:

• Bulk procurement experience in a brokerage environment is required
• A minimum of 5 years of bulk transportation experience is required
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Transportation, Supply Chain or Business is required.  Outstanding data analysis skills using desktop computer tools and software.
• Proven problem-solving skills.  Certification in lean-six sigma continuous improvement principles preferred
• Self-directed, focused and proactive
• Very good interpersonal skills with commitment to work effectively with clients, carriers and Odyssey personnel
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple critical projects simultaneously

Location:

This is an in-office role based in Charlotte, NC with a hybrid schedule.

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